Property & Lease Accounting Clerk

Network Finance; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking a detail-oriented Lease Administrator with 2–4 years of property accounting experience in Gauteng. You will maintain digital lease records, track critical dates, and ensure billing aligns with contracts and accounting standards.

You will manage tenant ledgers, prepares rent rolls and reconciliations, assist with month-end property reporting, and support audits. Proficiency with MDA, MRI, Yardi, Pastel or Xero and advanced Excel is required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or related field.
• 2-4 years in property accounting or lease administration.
• Hands-on with property management software (MDA, MRI, Yardi, Pastel or Xero) and advanced Excel.
• Attention to detail, numerical accuracy, understanding of lease terms and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain accurate digital records of all lease agreements, amendments, and renewals.
• Track critical lease dates including starts, expirations, renewals, rent escalations, and CPI.
• Generate monthly rent rolls and utilities recharges; manage tenant ledgers and arrears.
• Reconcile deposit accounts, monthly rental streams, and assist with month-end property reporting.
• Provide support for audits related to lease documentation and tenant balances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Lease terms/escalations

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in related field

Tools

MDA Property Manager

MRI

Yardi

Pastel

Xero

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Lease Administration & Compliance

• Set up and maintain accurate digital records of all commercial and residential lease agreements, amendments, and renewals.
• Track critical lease dates, including lease starts, expirations, option renewals, rent escalations, and CPI adjustments.
• Ensure tenant billing complies strictly with contract terms and relevant accounting standards.

Tenant Billing & Ledger Management

• Generate and distribute monthly rent rolls, utility recharges (electricity, water, refuse), and municipal recoveries.
• Maintain tenant accounts receivable, performing daily cash allocations and tenant ledger reconciliations.
• Monitor arrears, send payment reminders, and liaise with property managers on outstanding balances.

Financial Reconciliations & Reporting

• Reconcile tenant deposit accounts and handle refund processing or deductions upon lease termination.
• Reconcile monthly rental streams against bank statements.
• Assist the Group Finance Manager with month-end property management accounts, variance analysis, and accruals/prepayments related to leases.

Creditor & Operational Support

• Assist in reviewing and matching municipal accounts, supplier invoices, and property maintenance expenses against recoveries.
• Provide support for internal and external audit requests related to lease documentation and tenant balances.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in property accounting or specialized lease administration.
• Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with property management software (e.g., MDA Property Manager, MRI, Yardi, Pastel, or Xero) and advanced MS Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables).
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, solid understanding of lease terms/escalations, and clear professional communication.

If you're looking for responsibility, exposure and growth in a business that moves fast and expects results, this role will stretch you; and reward you.