Accountant (Development)

Profile Personnel; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic investment group is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Developments team. This role encompasses responsibility for financial reporting, budget preparation, and maintaining compliance in accounting records across various property developments in Western Cape and Gauteng. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and a strong track record in accounting principles. Apply via email with your CV to the provided contact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounts receivable and payable functions.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and reports.
• Review VAT reconciliations and ensure timely submissions.

Skills

Analytical

Team orientated

Works well under pressure

High degree of accuracy

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Professional affiliation (SAIPA, SAICA, or CIMA)

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join a dynamic group which holds a diversified portfolio of investments both locally and internationally ranging across various segments.

This position will be based within the Developments team, which entails a portfolio of Commercial & Residential Property Developments, industrial, retail, sub-acute and day hospitals as well as developing affordable housing, plot and plan for resale and development of rental stock in the Western Cape and Gauteng province.

Responsibilities :

• Oversee the accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Maintain and review accounting records, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards and internal controls.
• Review VAT reconciliations and ensure timely, accurate VAT submissions and payments.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and reports.
• Reconcile bank statements and manage banking relationships.
• Process depreciation and ensure proper asset classification and disposal.
• Assist with the preparation and monitoring of budgets.
• Reconciliations & loan accounts.
• Candidate Requirements

Qualifications Required :

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional affiliation (SAIPA, SAICA, or CIMA) is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, tax legislation, and financial reporting standards.
• Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Skills Required :

• Works well under pressure
• High degree of accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Analytical
• Team orientated

Should you wish to apply, please kindly email your CV through to Kirsten Smith at [e-mail]

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive a response within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for any other relevant roles that may arise.