Property Accountant

The Legends Agency; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A property investment group is seeking a Property Accountant to manage financial operations for both South African and foreign property divisions. The candidate will oversee accounting processes, compliance, and reporting while ensuring financial accuracy across multiple entities. A diploma in accounting and proficiency in software like Pastel and E-filing are essential. The role offers a chance to work in a stable, professional environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in both local and international property accounting.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Comfortable communicating across all levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end accounting processes and compliance.
• Handle audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Invoice rentals, utilities, and recoverable charges to lessees.

Skills

Accounting principles

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting

Tools

Pastel

EasyFile

E-filing

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and growing property investment group managing diverse portfolios in South Africa, Europe, and Africa. Specializing in both commercial and residential real estate, the company offers a stable, professional environment with opportunities for growth and exposure to international operations. They pride themselves on a detail-oriented, high-performance culture that values independence, precision, and a commitment to excellence.

The Role: Property Accountant

This role is vital to the financial operations of both the South African and foreign property divisions. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end accounting processes, compliance, and reporting, including VAT, income tax, and audit preparation, while ensuring accurate monthly records and financial controls across multiple property entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Process cashbook entries, journals, depreciation, and loan interest across 9+ property companies using Pastel
• Maintain and reconcile financial spreadsheets (e.g. loan schedules, rent schedules)
• Invoice rentals, utilities, and recoverable charges to lessees
• Reconcile ledgers, debtors, creditors, and cashbooks monthly
• Handle audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Understand and verify financial statements
• Complete VAT, UIF, U-filing, and provisional tax returns via E-filing
• Manage online banking payments and monthly cash flow forecasts
• Handle CIPC filings, including annual returns and lodgements
• Maintain lease documentation, monitor expiries, and liaise with insurance brokers
• Keep accurate records of title deeds, leases, and property plans
• Assist with bond and financing documentation
• Liaise with banking and insurance partners

Foreign Property Division (Europe & Africa)

• Assist in incorporating new property companies and setting up accounting systems
• Liaise with international auditors for VAT, WHT, and audits
• Reconcile intercompany loan accounts and prepare forecasts and business plan documentation
• Invoice rent and utilities, process foreign exchange conversions
• Coordinate insurance renewals and assist with lease and financing documentation
• Manage online banking, monthly accounting, and reporting for international entities

About You

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting
• Proven experience in both local and international property accounting
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Pastel, EasyFile, and E-filing
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Strong time management and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Logical, conscientious, and able to handle pressure and multitask
• Comfortable communicating across all levels of management
• Presentable, dependable, and self-motivated