Property Financial Accountant at Humankind Group in Johannesburg North
Humankind Group · Johannesburg North, Gauteng
Overview
Humankind Group is looking for a Property Financial Accountant with at least 5 years of property industry experience to join a team in Johannesburg North. You will handle financial records, monthly management accounts, reconciliations and budgeting for property entities. This permanent role suits a detail driven finance professional with a BCom Accounting degree who wants to grow within the property accounting space. If property finance is your strength, this opportunity could be a great next step in your career.
About the role
Humankind Group is recruiting a Property Financial Accountant for a permanent position based in Johannesburg North, Gauteng. This role is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working with property related financial records and wants to contribute to accurate reporting and effective financial management.
In this position, you will manage and maintain financial records for property entities, prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports, and perform bank, balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations. You will also oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, monitor rental income and operating expenses, and assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for property entities.
- Perform bank, balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
- Monitor rental income, operating expenses and property related costs.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial variance analysis.
- Manage month end and year end accounting processes.
- Support audit preparations and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Identify and resolve financial discrepancies.
To apply, email your CV to andrea@humankindgroup.co.za. Please note that only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
Requirements
- BCom Accounting degree is essential.
- Minimum of 5 years experience in the property industry is essential.
- Proven experience in property accounting and financial reporting.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reconciliations and reporting.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical, organisational and problem solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain accurate financial records for property related entities.
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Perform bank, balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations.
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
- Monitor rental income, operating expenses and property related costs.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting and financial variance analysis.
- Manage month end and year end accounting processes.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
- Assist with audit preparations and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory requirements.
- Identify and resolve financial discrepancies.
- Support the finance team with ongoing financial and operational requirements.
Job details
- Organisation
- Humankind Group
- Location
- Johannesburg North, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (5+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Real Estate & Property
- Application Email
- andrea@humankindgroup.co.za
- Application Method
- Apply via email
Success Guide
Hi there. This role is a great fit if you have already spent a few years working in property finance and want to deepen that specialisation. Before you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your property accounting experience, the types of property entities you have worked with and the accounting software you use daily. Since the role calls for a BCom Accounting degree and at least 5 years in the property industry, highlight those upfront.
When you email your CV to andrea@humankindgroup.co.za, keep your subject line professional. A short cover note explaining why property accounting is your focus will help you stand out. Interviews for this kind of role usually include technical questions on reconciliations, management accounts and property related financial reporting, so be ready to talk through real examples from your experience. Good luck.
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