Office Manager / Accountant

Profile Personnel; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Office Manager / Accountant to oversee the financial and operational functions of a dynamic property business in Stellenbosch. This is a hands-on role balancing finance, administration and office management while contributing to the organisation's success.

You will lead financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and manage office operations, suppliers, contracts, and staff.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) qualification or recognised accounting qualification.
• Experience in an Office Manager, Finance Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance.
• Experience within the property industry is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the company's financial management, accounting, and reporting functions.
• Manage budgets, cash flow, reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with annual financial statements and audits.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee office operations, administration, and support functions.
• Manage suppliers, service providers, contracts, and general office resources.
• Support business decision-making through financial analysis and reporting.
• Lead and mentor administrative and finance staff while driving operational efficiencies.

Skills

CA(SA) / accounting qualification

Office management leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Communication

Organisational skills

Property industry knowledge

Education

CA(SA) qualification or accounting certification

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Office Manager / Accountant to oversee the financial and operational functions of a dynamic property business. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on professional who enjoys balancing finance, administration, and office management while contributing to the overall success of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the company's financial management, accounting, and reporting functions.
• Manage budgets, cash flow, reconciliations, and financial controls.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with annual financial statements and audits.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee office operations, administration, and support functions.
• Manage suppliers, service providers, contracts, and general office resources.
• Support business decision-making through financial analysis and reporting.
• Lead and mentor administrative and finance staff while driving operational efficiencies.

Minimum Requirements

• CA(SA) qualification or a recognised Accounting qualification.
• Previous experience in an Office Manager, Finance Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance.
• Experience within the property industry will be advantageous.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

What We're Looking For

• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Professional, trustworthy, and able to handle confidential information.
• A collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.