Property Bookkeeper

1 week ago

Durban KwaZuluNatal, South Africa Remoteca Limited Full time R90 000 - R120 000 per year

The Role

Our client, a well-established industrial property management and leasing company, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Property Bookkeeper to join their finance team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in accounting, some experience in property management, and the ability to take ownership of day-to-day financial processes with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, management accounts, and monthly reports.
  • Manage day-to-day accounting activities up to trial balance, including reconciliations and journals.
  • Process and reconcile invoices, payments, and supplier accounts.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and expenditure tracking.
  • Maintain and update the fixed asset register, including depreciation calculations.
  • Support the management of debtors and creditors, ensuring timely payments and effective credit control.
  • Assist with tax preparation and audit processes.
  • Prepare monthly reconciliations for utilities, insurance, and other property-related costs.
  • Process purchase orders, manage vendor payments, and support procurement processes.
  • Provide general financial support to the accounting team and liaise with management as required.

Requirements

  • A relevant financial qualification (Diploma, BTech, or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Bookkeeping).
  • 2–3 years of practical bookkeeping experience, ideally within the property or real estate sector.
  • Proficiency in MDA property management software (or a similar property accounting system).
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Good organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.

Remuneration

Salary is market-related and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From R10 000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal 4004: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

  • What is your current monthly CTC?
  • What is your notice period/availability?
  • How would you rate your Excel skills (basic, intermediate, advanced)?
  • Please insert a link to your Linkedin profile

Education:

  • Diploma (Preferred)

Experience:

  • MDA (or a similar property accounting system): 2 years (Required)
  • bookkeeping: 2 years (Required)
  • property or real estate sector: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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