# Accountant & Property Administrator - Construction Industry

**Company:** [ARVO](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/wWx7xYVAMuutSiFZKc2oQm.md)
**Location:** Cape Town, South Africa
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** ARVO Client

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## Description

### Accountant / Financial Manager

-   Location: Brackenfell.
-   Type: Full time, permanent.
-   Salary offered: R40 000-R50 000 per month.

### Job Overview

Our client, a well-established property investment and management business based in **Brackenfell, Cape Town**, is seeking an experienced **Accountant / Financial Manager** to join their team.

This is a diverse role that combines **accounting**, **financial reporting**, and **property administration**. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial management while supporting the day-to-day administration of a residential and commercial property portfolio.

This opportunity is ideal for a highly organised finance professional who enjoys working independently, takes ownership of their responsibilities, and thrives in a varied environment.

### Key Responsibilities

### Accounting & Financial Administration

-   Process invoices, payments, receipts, and reconciliations
-   Manage rental income, deposits, and rent collections
-   Prepare monthly financial reports and property statements
-   Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and year-end financial processes
-   Maintain accurate accounting records and support audit requirements

### Financial Reporting

-   Compile management reports for individual properties and portfolios
-   Monitor income, expenses, and budget variances
-   Prepare ad hoc financial and operational reports for management

### Property Administration

-   Oversee the day-to-day administration of residential and commercial properties
-   Liaise with tenants, landlords, contractors, and service providers
-   Manage lease agreements, renewals, and compliance documentation
-   Coordinate maintenance requests, inspections, and general property matters

## Requirements

### Requirements

-   BCom Accounting or a relevant Accounting qualification (essential)
-   Minimum of **6 years' accounting experience**
-   Strong understanding of bookkeeping, reconciliations, and financial reporting
-   Previous property administration or property management experience will be advantageous
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
-   Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills
-   High level of accuracy and attention to detail
-   Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

### Who Should Apply

We're looking for a finance professional who is:

-   Trustworthy and able to maintain strict confidentiality
-   Proactive and self-motivated
-   Well organised with strong multitasking abilities
-   Professional, dependable, and solution-focused
-   Comfortable working across both financial and operational responsibilities