Business Accounts Assistant

Urang; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management firm is looking for a Business Accounts Assistant based in Stellenbosch. The role involves managing bookkeeping, raising invoices, and collaborating with various teams to ensure financial accuracy. Ideal candidates will have a degree and experience in property accounting. This position offers a salary of R18,000 - R22,000 per month and the possibility of remote work, with occasional in-person meetings required.

Benefits

15 days annual leave

Remote work arrangement

Qualifications

• Degree-level education; a professional qualification is an advantage.
• Strong communication and technical skills.
• Solid understanding of business and property accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly reconciliations and accurate bookkeeping for Business Accounts.
• Raise sales invoices and process incoming payments.
• Check and upload supplier invoices to the system for payment processing.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Property accounting

Education

Degree-level education

Professional qualification (SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, or equivalent)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Job Title:
Business Accounts Assistant

Location:
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
London-based team (remote-friendly with an easy commute to Stellenbosch, Cape Town)

Job Brief:

Urang manages residential and commercial blocks across London and continues to expand as a result of recommendations from clients and leaseholders who are happy with the attention they receive from our management team. Urang also offers a property management service for landlords who let their properties.

Our unique combination of experience has allowed us to put in place quality control systems of the highest standard. This makes us swift, flexible and responsive, allowing us to absorb new instructions of any size with ease-so our clients can be confident their buildings are managed with the utmost professionalism from day one.

We are now looking to hire a Business Accounts Assistant who is seeking career development within a supportive and growing finance team. You will be working alongside our London-based Business Accountant and collaborating closely with our Service Charge Account Managers, Credit Controllers, Accounts Administrators, and Property Managers.

The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in the property industry and a solid understanding of management accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Perform weekly reconciliations and accurate bookkeeping for Business Accounts
• Raise sales invoices and process incoming payments
• Check and upload supplier invoices to the system for payment processing
• Assist in compiling and presenting financial and budget reports
• Liaise with the Service Charge team on financial queries and discrepancies
• Conduct credit control for Business Accounts
• Monitor quarterly targets and cashflow; report discrepancies to Line Manager

Requirements:

• Degree-level education; a professional qualification (SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, or equivalent) is an advantage
• Strong communication and technical skills
• Solid understanding of business and property accounting systems
• Proficient in MS Excel and Word
• Property accounting background desirable
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and strong attention to detail

Salary and Benefits:

• R18,000 - R22,000 per month (depending on experience)
• 15 days annual leave (plus South African public holidays)
• Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 18:00 (SA time)
• Remote work arrangement with occasional visits to Stellenbosch

Please Note:

Applicants must be based in the Cape Town/Winelands area or nearby, with the ability to attend occasional in-person meetings in Stellenbosch. A stable internet connection is essential, particularly during load shedding.

This position supports Urang Property Management's commitment to Employment Equity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitably qualified South African citizens from designated groups.

Candidates must have legal authorization to work in South Africa. The company reserves the right not to make an appointment.