Property Accountant - Cape Town

CampusKey; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading student accommodation company in South Africa is looking for an experienced individual to manage various accounting responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting, at least 3 years of experience in the hospitality sector, and strong communication skills in English and Afrikaans. This role offers a vibrant work environment and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Access to gym and facilities

Annual discretionary bonus

Dynamic team environment

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in the hospitality industry.
• Must have a car and valid driver's license.
• Demonstrate integrity, dependability, responsibility, and a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform reconciliations for various accounts.
• Manage debtors and execute payment arrangements.
• Ensure compliance with financial timelines and reporting.

Skills

Verbal and written communication in English and Afrikaans

Organizational skills

Multitasking skills

Customer-oriented

Experience with Xero Accounting software

Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel)

Education

Three-year degree in Accounting

SAIPA qualification

Job description

We are looking for someone with talent, a sense of humour and a sparkling personality!

Experience & Requirements

• University graduate with a three-year degree in Accounting;
• At least 3 years experience in the hospitality industry;
• Must have a SAIPA qualification
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans;
• Must have a car and valid driver's license;
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills;
• Demonstrate integrity, dependability, responsibility, accountability, self-awareness, work ethic, and empathy;
• Passion and understanding for CampusKey vision and values;
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel)
• Experience with Xero Accounting software

Critical Competencies for Success

• Enthusiastic;
• Customer-orientated;
• Hard working;
• Responsible;
• Born motivator and leader.

Do'er

Credibility is earned at CampusKey through execution and getting things done. You are able to get into the details and deliver results under highest expectations on time and quality. Be ready to get hands-on with all aspects of the daily needs. The buck stops with you. Pragmatism and outcomes orientation are valued and lead to wins. Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills. You thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Collaborator

There is no room for "I" at CampusKey. Every role and individual is in the organization to serve We. Builds trust across the organization by being a good listener and inclusively soliciting input. You are open to new and innovative solutions. You must present well and communicate clearly and effectively to upper management and internal departments. You're willing to adjust course when appropriate new ideas or objections are raised. You love working with people!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Reconciliations

• Bank
• Credit cards
• Petty Cash
• Deposits
• Control Accounts/ Loan Accounts

• Debtors management

• Execute debtors management policy
• Aged debtors reporting
• Payment arrangements within policy

• Straight line income reconciliation

• Suppliers - Processing and reconciliation
• Accruals - Processing and reconciliation
• Processing Journals
• Processing Provisions
• Submission and processing of monthly payment runs

• Process and manage stock
• Manage and maintain monthly audit file
• Achieve financial timeline deadlines
• Financial reporting

What do we offer you?

• An amazing work place to come to everyday where you will form part of a great team environment with lots of positive energy and vibe;
• The opportunity to work at a dynamic, young, national and fast growing company who sets the tone for the student accommodation hospitality industry;

• Access to our facilities including gym and regular cool events;
• Besides all of the above, you will receive a market competitive salary and an annual discretionary bonus.

Are you in?

Great! Send us your resume and a short cover letter telling us why you were made for this role!