Accountant (Property)

Recruiter:

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Job Ref:

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Date posted:

Friday, October 9, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related Salary

SUMMARY:
Accountant (Property)

POSITION INFO:

About the Role

Our client, a leading organization in the property sector, is seeking a hands-on Accountant with a SAIPA articles background to join their Stellenbosch-based team. The successful candidate will take full ownership of the financial administration and reporting for a diverse property portfolio, managing the complete monthly cycle from transaction processing through to VAT, annual financial statements, and tax calculations.

Key Responsibilities

Processing and Reconciliations: Manage creditors, debtors, bank, and cash transactions; reconcile rental income, tenant recoveries, levies, and municipal accounts; and maintain loan and intercompany accounts.
Asset Management: Maintain the fixed asset register, including investment property additions, improvements, and depreciation.
VAT Compliance: Prepare and submit VAT201 returns, ensuring correct treatment of commercial vs. residential rentals and managing all SARS correspondence and audits.
AFS Drafting: Draft annual financial statements and notes under IFRS for SMEs; prepare comprehensive working papers and lead schedules including fair-value adjustments and straight-lining of leases.
Taxation: Prepare income tax computations, provisional tax estimates, and deferred tax calculations; handle property-specific matters such as capital gains tax and capital allowances.
Management Reporting: Produce monthly management accounts, budget-vs-actual reports, and cash flow forecasts; provide analysis on vacancies and operating costs to support portfolio managers.

Requirements

Qualifications: B.Com Accounting or equivalent tertiary qualification is essential.
Professional Background: Completion of SAIPA articles is a mandatory requirement.
Technical Experience: Proven experience in day-to-day transaction processing, drafting annual financial statements from trial balance, and managing full VAT and tax cycles.
Regulatory Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of IFRS for SMEs and South African tax legislation.
Systems: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or Pastel).
Industry Experience (Advantageous): Previous exposure to the property industry, including rental portfolios, property trusts, or body corporates.
Skills: High attention to detail, ability to meet strict deadlines across multiple entities, and strong communication skills for engaging with auditors and stakeholders.

What’s on Offer

A permanent, full-time position within a reputable property-focused environment.
The opportunity to take full ownership of a financial portfolio within a professional team.
Market-related remuneration based on experience and professional qualifications.
Exposure to complex property-specific accounting and tax treatments.

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