Finance Manager - 16818

Somewhere; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate investment organization is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee accounting operations and lead a team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of relevant experience in financial management. This role involves managing the accounting department, enhancing financial processes, and ensuring compliance and accuracy across financial operations. Join a mission-driven team and contribute to our growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience including team leadership.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and real estate accounting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations and manage a team of two.
• Ensure compliance, accuracy, and integrity in financial processes.
• Lead complex reconciliation projects and prepare financial reports.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Accounting software proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Finance Manager / Full-Time / Remote

About the Company

We are a rapidly growing real estate investment and property management organization that provides investors and property owners with access to institutional-quality multifamily assets and operational excellence. Our team is composed of experienced professionals who are passionate about real estate, financial performance, and delivering exceptional service to both clients and residents.

Position Summary

The Finance Manager will oversee all accounting and financial operations, manage a team of two Staff Accountants, and ensure compliance, accuracy, and integrity across corporate and property-level financials. This role is highly cross‑functional and will serve as a key partner to senior leadership, providing financial insights, optimizing processes, and supporting the company’s continued growth.

This is an ideal opportunity for a hands‑on financial leader with strong real estate or property management experience who can balance tactical execution with strategic oversight.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting Operations & Team Leadership

• Lead and manage the accounting department, including two Staff Accountants, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to internal controls.
• Oversee the full accounting cycle for both corporate and property-related transactions.
• Develop and implement scalable processes, SOPs, and best practices across all workflows.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance management to accounting staff.

Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable

• Oversee AR/AP operations, including manual bill pay, vendor management, operating expense payments, AMEX and Ramp account oversight.
• Manage invoice creation, client referral credit ledger, cash applications, and payment processing.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of all payables and receivables, maintaining clean and auditable records.

Collections, Delinquency Management & Evictions

• Supervise tenant delinquency and collections processes for both residential and multifamily operations.
• Oversee lost client owner collections and escalate when necessary.
• Collaborate with landlord‑tenant attorneys on legal matters including 30‑day notices, filings, and court appearances.
• Coordinate labor scheduling and logistics related to physical eviction execution.

Client Support, Reporting & Communication

• Serve as the financial escalation point for client and tenant inquiries submitted through the customer support system (HubSpot or similar).
• Prepare and deliver financial reports for internal leadership meetings and institutional multifamily clients.
• Respond to client financial questions with clarity and professionalism, providing ongoing education where needed.
• Improve client portal literacy and overall client financial reporting experience.

Financial Reporting, Analysis & Special Projects

• Lead complex reconciliation projects (e.g., trust accounting, RFDO, legacy ledger corrections).
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports including budgets, forecasts, cash flow analyses, and variance reports.
• Partner with senior leadership to strengthen internal controls, optimize workflows, and implement financial systems enhancements.
• Support special projects and ad hoc financial analyses tied to company initiatives and property performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (CPA or advanced degree strongly preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including direct supervisory or team leadership responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, and real estate or property management accounting.
• Proficiency with accounting software (QuickBooks, property management systems), Excel, and reporting tools.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial, and growth‑oriented environment.

Why Join Us

You’ll join a collaborative, mission‑driven team where you’ll have a direct impact on financial operations and support the continued growth of a rapidly scaling real estate organization. This role offers the opportunity to build and refine financial systems, lead high‑performing talent, and contribute to strategic decision‑making.

If you are a proactive finance leader who thrives in dynamic environments, we encourage you to apply.