Accountant

1 day ago

Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa ARVO Full time R1 500 000 - R3 000 000 per year

Founder-led property company

Location: HYBRID in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)
Working hours: Full time. 8 hours a day, with flexibility.

Our client is a South African property development company focused on commercial and industrial projects. They specialise in quality developments in prime locations, with an emphasis on client relationships and sustainable practices.

They are looking for an Accountant to join their team This as a reduced-hours role (shorter daily hours across the week), building into a permanent position.

This is a long-term opportunity to become an integral part of their growth journey, taking ownership of finance and systems in a founder-led property company.

This role is perfect for someone who's committed for the long haul—willing to test themselves, make mistakes, learn, and grow alongside the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own the full accounting cycle: reconciliations, ledgers, journals, and management accounts.
  • Draft monthly packs, cash-flow forecasts, and annual financial statements.
  • Manage and submit all tax and VAT returns, ensuring SARS compliance.
  • Provide administrative support across finance and property operations.
  • Act as their Xero champion with proven expertise in the package.
  • Take on MRI/MDA property software: ideally with prior experience, or strong technical aptitude to upskill and lead the transition (training provided).
  • Provide support on property valuations and feasibility models as required.
  • Assist in building systems and processes as the company matures, helping to create scalable structures that support long-term growth.
  • Prepare accurate, timely insights to support management decisions.
Requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Qualification: SAIPA, ACMA/CGMA, or equivalent (CA(SA) not required).
  • Experience: 5–10+ years in finance, with proven accounting/tax processing; property sector exposure an advantage.
  • Technical: Advanced Xero expertise; MRI/MDA experience or willingness to become their in-house champion; strong Excel/reporting skills.
  • Attributes: Detail-driven, independent, organised, eager to learn, resilient, and committed to the company's long-term growth.
Benefits

What They Offer

  • A reduced-hours structure now, with a clear path to full-time as the company grows.
  • End-to-end responsibility for finance, tax, compliance, and systems in a growing property business.
  • Training and support to become their MRI/MDA champion.
  • Direct collaboration with the founding team.
  • The opportunity to help build scalable systems and processes that shape the company's maturity.
  • A long-term growth journey with a company that values initiative, learning, and resilience.

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