Property Accountant & Administrator

Ability Executive Recruitment; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced property management accountant to oversee the financial operations of leased properties. The role involves processing invoices, managing debtor accounts, and ensuring timely management reporting. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting with a minimum of five years in property management. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in ERP systems like Sage 300 are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years' experience in Commercial/Industrial property management.
• Excellent understanding of VAT laws and e-Filing.
• Experience working as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounting and reporting for leased properties.
• Process monthly rental & OPEX recovery invoices.
• Prepare management accounts and VAT reconciliations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Tools

Sage 300

Job description

Job Description
Administration of leased properties & developments including accurate and timely accounting and reporting.

• Processing of monthly rental & OPEX recovery invoices.
• Supplier/Vendor/Creditors control function.
• Full Debtors control function.
• Preparation of management accounts accurately and on time.
• All balance sheet accounts are reconciled and various data extraction, analysis, manipulation and reporting.
• Monitor internal controls, procedures and systems.
• Accounting system is maintained up to date, and errors & exceptions are controlled.
• All control accounts and sub-ledgers are reconciled weekly.
• VAT reconciliation, return and audits.
• Prompt and accurate response to queries from management, auditors and regulators.
• Maintain Non-Current Asset and Liability registers and reconciliations.
• Import of data from payroll systems.
• Monthly journals, accruals and revaluations.
• Adhoc analysis & reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

Minimum 5 years' experience in Commercial / Industrial property management & letting ESSENTIAL.

Excellent understanding of ERP Accounting system (Sage 300).

Good understanding of VAT laws, and experience with e-Filing.

Excellent Excel and reporting skills.

Strong attention to detail.

Excellent analytical skills.

Ability to focus and prioritise own workload.

Experience working as part of a large team and organisation.

Communicate clearly with property managers and resolve queries.