Junior Bookkeeper

Avatar Advisory - Avatar Human Capital; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property advisory firm in Midrand is seeking a Junior Bookkeeper. Responsibilities include processing creditors and debtors, capturing invoices, and assisting with financial reports. Candidates should have a basic accounting qualification and proven experience in the property industry, along with strong Excel skills and attention to detail. This role offers an opportunity to work with property management systems and support audits in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Junior Bookkeeper in the property/real estate industry.
• Basic accounting qualification required.
• Knowledge of trust accounts is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process creditors and debtors, capturing invoices, payments, and receipts.
• Assist with monthly financial reports and account reconciliations.
• Manage supplier and tenant queries and support audits.

Skills

Experience as a Junior Bookkeeper

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bookkeeping / Finance Certificate

Tools

Property accounting software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Processing creditors and debtors (rent rolls, levies, utilities)
• Capturing invoices, payments, and receipts
• Bank, trust, and tenant account reconciliations
• Assisting with monthly financial reports
• Processing rental income and owner statements
• Managing supplier and tenant queries
• Supporting audits and compliance requirements
• Maintaining accurate financial records in property management systems

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Junior Bookkeeper in the property/real estate industry
• Basic accounting qualification (Bookkeeping / Finance Certificate)
• Experience with property accounting software (e.g. MDA, Pastel, PropWorx, MRI – advantage)
• Strong Excel skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Desirable

• Knowledge of trust accounts
• Exposure to sectional title or rental portfolios
• Understanding of property legislation and compliance basics