Head of Finance and Administration - Johannesburg

Talent Evolution Ltd; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 90 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm in Randburg seeks a Head of Finance and Administration to oversee financial and administrative functions. You will ensure compliance with regulations, manage budgeting and forecasting, and lead a finance team. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in the property management industry and advanced skills in SAP and Microsoft Excel. If you possess strong leadership abilities and a strategic mindset, consider applying for this crucial role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the property management industry.
• Experience in senior financial leadership within a portfolio-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall financial and administrative functions.
• Prepare and deliver management information and financial reports.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and internal policies.
• Lead and mentor finance and administration teams.

Skills

SAP / SAP BI

Microsoft Excel

Financial policies and procedures

IFRS knowledge

Contract management

Education

BCom Accounting / Financial Management or CA (SA)

Completed articles (minimum 3 years)

Job description

Role Purpose

The Head of Finance and Administration is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and control of the financial and administrative functions within a property portfolio environment. The role ensures accurate financial reporting, effective cash flow management, compliance with statutory and governance requirements, and delivery of high-quality financial services to stakeholders. This position also plays a key role in strategic planning, process improvement, and people management.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Financial Management & Reporting

• Overall management and control of finance, leasing, billing, accounts payable, procurement, credit control, and management company reporting.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and support to reporting and operational financial managers.
• Prepare, review, and deliver management information and financial reports.
• Proactively communicate financial performance and insights to stakeholders.
• Handle financial reporting queries, audit explanations, and adjustment account management.
• Ensure accurate monthly statutory reporting.
• Manage cash flow, including owner and co-owner distributions and banking activities.
• Calculate, monitor, and manage client KPI scorecards.
• Compile operational committee reports and attend related meetings.
• Maintain and enhance standard management packs.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead the preparation, review, and management of budgets and forecasts.
• Review business unit financial results and provide variance analysis.
• Support lease audits and ensure accurate contractual information within financial systems.
• Drive automation of reporting processes and management fee calculations.
• Liaise with IT to enhance reporting systems and ensure ongoing process improvement.

Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with IFRS, tax regulations, and internal financial policies and procedures.
• Maintain, enhance, and draft financial and administrative policies as required.
• Manage risk, credit vetting processes, and legal-related financial matters.
• Oversee BEE spend management and reporting.

People Management

• Lead, manage, mentor, and develop finance and administration teams.
• Ensure effective performance management, capacity planning, and succession planning.

Role Requirements

Qualifications

• BCom Accounting / Financial Management or CA (SA).
• Completed articles (minimum 3 years).

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience within the property management industry (essential).
• Proven experience in senior financial leadership within a portfolio-based environment.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in SAP / SAP BI.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel; intermediate to advanced Word and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of financial policies, procedures, and processes.
• In-depth understanding of IFRS, tax, capital expenditure, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Strong contract management and legal finance exposure.

Competencies & Attributes

• Strong leadership and people management capability.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive continuous improvement and automation.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.

Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.