Accountant (Property Management)

Excellerate JHI; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Excellerate JHI, a leading real estate services firm in Johannesburg, is seeking an Accountant to support day-to-day accounts payable for the portfolio. You will ensure supplier and intercompany invoices are processed accurately and timeously, and that VAT and billing standards are met.

You will also assist with supplier queries, general ledger administration, vendor maintenance, audit prep and monthly reporting, contributing to robust financial controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum BCom with Accounting III.
• At least 2–5 years' relevant experience in an accounting, finance or accounts payable environment.
• Experience within the property management or real estate industry will be advantageous.
• MDA experience.
• Proficiency in SAP.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Advanced Excel, Intermediate Word and Outlook.
• Sound understanding of VAT principles and invoice compliance requirements.
• Experience with supplier reconciliations, payment runs and accounts payable administration.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier and intercompany invoices accurately and timeously.
• Ensuring invoices comply with VAT and internal billing requirements.
• Ensuring all recurring monthly invoices are received from suppliers.
• Preparing creditor reconciliations.
• Resolving supplier queries and reconciling outstanding items.
• Preparing supplier and intercompany approval lists and providing variance commentary.
• Generating weekly payment runs and completing the required checks and sign-offs.
• Processing credit card expenditure.
• Preparing monthly credit card reconciliations and analysis.
• Maintaining monthly supplier payment checklists and controls.
• Preparing intercompany balance confirmation letters.
• Assisting with general ledger maintenance and reconciliations.
• Maintaining vendor information and documentation.
• Monitoring B-BBEE certificates and affidavits and following up on expired documentation.
• Preparing B-BBEE procurement reports.
• Supporting audit requirements by preparing and maintaining supporting documentation.
• Producing monthly reports and statistics from finance systems.
• Maintaining accurate filing, record-keeping and archiving.
• Assisting with statement runs and other finance administration as required.
• Ensuring that best practice, internal controls and corporate governance requirements are adhered to.

Skills

SAP

Advanced Excel

Outlook

VAT concepts

Accounts payable

Intercompany accounting

Education

BCom with Accounting III

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Who we are

We are a leading real estate services company combining global standards with specialised local expertise to deliver high-performance solutions for our clients.

We advise property owners and occupiers across the property lifecycle, including development, acquisition, disposal, leasing, valuation and property management.

Our commitment to quality, professionalism and service excellence sets us apart in the industry.

Why choose us

Join a forward-thinking environment that values initiative, collaboration and high performance.

You will work alongside experienced property professionals, have access to strong systems and resources, and enjoy opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

At JHI, we encourage people to take ownership, contribute ideas and deliver their best work.

About the role

We are looking for a detail-orientated and experienced Accountant to support the day-to-day accounts payable function for the portfolio.

The role is responsible for ensuring that supplier and intercompany invoices are processed accurately and timeously, that invoices meet the required VAT and billing standards, and that payment runs, reconciliations and supporting documentation are completed correctly.

You will also assist with supplier queries, general ledger administration, vendor maintenance, audit preparation and monthly reporting.

Inherent requirements for the position

• Minimum BCom with Accounting III.

• At least 2–5 years' relevant experience in an accounting, finance or accounts payable environment.

• Experience within the property management or real estate industry will be advantageous.

• MDA experience.

• Proficiency in SAP.

• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Advanced Excel, Intermediate Word and Outlook.

• Sound understanding of VAT principles and invoice compliance requirements.

• Experience with supplier reconciliations, payment runs and accounts payable administration.

Additional demonstrable requirements

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

• Good organisational and time-management skills.

• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a high-volume environment.

• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.

• Sound understanding of financial policies, procedures and internal controls.

• Good understanding of general ledger processes.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with suppliers, internal stakeholders and finance teams.

• High levels of confidentiality, integrity and accountability.

What you will be doing

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing supplier and intercompany invoices accurately and timeously.

• Ensuring invoices comply with VAT and internal billing requirements.

• Ensuring all recurring monthly invoices are received from suppliers.

• Preparing creditor reconciliations.

• Resolving supplier queries and reconciling outstanding items.

• Preparing supplier and intercompany approval lists and providing variance commentary.

• Generating weekly payment runs and completing the required checks and sign-offs.

• Processing credit card expenditure.

• Preparing monthly credit card reconciliations and analysis.

• Maintaining monthly supplier payment checklists and controls.

• Preparing intercompany balance confirmation letters.

• Assisting with general ledger maintenance and reconciliations.

• Maintaining vendor information and documentation.

• Monitoring B-BBEE certificates and affidavits and following up on expired documentation.

• Preparing B-BBEE procurement reports.

• Supporting audit requirements by preparing and maintaining supporting documentation.

• Producing monthly reports and statistics from finance systems.

• Maintaining accurate filing, record-keeping and archiving.

• Assisting with statement runs and other finance administration as required.

• Ensuring that best practice, internal controls and corporate governance requirements are adhered to.

What success looks like in this role

Success in this position means:

• Supplier invoices are processed accurately and on time.

• Payment runs are complete and supported by correct documentation.

• Supplier accounts are reconciled and queries are resolved promptly.

• VAT and invoice compliance requirements are consistently met.

• Finance records are accurate, complete and audit-ready.

• Internal controls and governance standards are maintained.

JHI is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representation in our workforce. Preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our Employment Equity Plan.