Senior Accountant

3 days ago

South Africa Altum Full time R1 200 000 - R2 400 000 per year


Role summary

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We are seeking an Senior accountant to join our Real Estate team in our Cape Town office. This is a position suitable for candidates preferably with more than 4 years' experience from a directly related position in a similar quality organisation or from an audit background, ideally with some Real Estate experience. The ideal candidate will be a newly qualified CA(SA), have a strong academic background and be highly numerate with drive and enthusiasm, which is compatible with the organisation as a whole.

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​​Key responsibilities

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  • Preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reporting in accordance with client deadlines.
  • Complete all aspects of accounting matters for the portfolio, including monthly/quarterly NAVs, the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements (IFRS & FRS102) and ad-hoc investor queries.
  • Adhere to all reporting deadlines for monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Liaise with the auditors to complete routine audit queries.
  • Review periodic bank reconciliations and supporting documentation evidencing transactions.
  • Maintain accurate records on Allvue/ Yardi/ NavOne and Caseware/Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of accounting.
  • Deal with the preparation and reconciliation of periodic direct and indirect tax returns.
  • For specific client entities, particularly those which own real estate assets, review/prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns and liaise with HMRC as necessary.
  • Act as a mentor to junior staff under the supervision of senior staff.
  • ​Maintain and Monitor task list to ensure completion on a timely basis, under supervision of your superior.
  • Effectively manage workload, complete daily work and allocate project work as needed; and
  • Effectively communicate the status of workload to superiors as appropriate.
  • Ensure accurate and timely recording of personal time in line with group procedures; and
  • Ensure time records are up to date at all times.
  • Maintain confidentiality and security in terms of client affairs and papers.
  • Develop and maintain good staff relations generally within the team and wider Company.
  • Ensure that all work is conducted in accordance with Company internal procedures.
  • ​Monitor your own performance against personal and development targets; and
  • ​Ensure compliance with the Company's professional conduct, quality and ethical standards.
  • ​Identify areas where further training is required and bring these to the attention of the Team's management.
  • ​Consider regulatory issues at all times and report any concerns to management as appropriate.

Skills & Experience

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  • Newly qualified CA(SA) or equivalent qualification.
  • Strong financial services experience (2-4 years).
  • IT literate and confident when word processing, using Internet software, E-Mail, Database software and Excel Spreadsheets.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Previous experience in Real Estate accounting will be beneficial.

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