Strategic Management Accountant for Property Group

Vulcan Recruit; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Management Accountant based in Cape Town. This role involves preparing monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate month-end closures, and providing critical financial insights for decision-making. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, accompanied by 2–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in property development, and proficiency in financial tools like Xero. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential for this pivotal finance team member.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Work in a collaborative finance team

Part of a growing property development group

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ experience in accounting or management accounting, ideally within property development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities within the group.
• Ensure month-end close procedures are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Support financial reporting, including key performance metrics for management.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Proactive and adaptable

Basic understanding of property development accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Xero

Smartsheets

QuickBooks

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Management Accountant based in Cape Town. This role involves preparing monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate month-end closures, and providing critical financial insights for decision-making. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, accompanied by 2–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in property development, and proficiency in financial tools like Xero. Excellent analytical and communication skills are essential for this pivotal finance team member.