Job title: Management Accountant
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: ZAR 396,000.00
Salary to: ZAR 516,000.00
Location: Cape Town CBD
Job published: 08/07/2026
Job ID: 78056

Job Description

Looking for more than just another accounting role? This is an opportunity to become a key part of a close-knit, ambitious team where your work will directly influence business decisions and long-term growth.

Our client is a dynamic property investment and management business with a growing portfolio of commercial and residential properties. With a collaborative team environment and exciting expansion plans, they're looking for a qualified Management Accountant who enjoys taking ownership, improving processes and making a real impact.

What you'll be doing:

  • Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Manage cash flow forecasting, reconciliation's and the general ledger.
  • Oversee the monthly billing cycle for approximately 150 tenants, including rent, utilities and recoveries.
  • Monitor accounts receivable, debtors and tenant account queries.
  • Develop and monitor budgets, perform variance analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE, provisional tax and support the annual audit process.

What we're looking for:

  • Approximately 3 years' experience.
  • Commercial accounting experience, with property sector exposure advantageous.
  • Strong Excel skills and proficiency in accounting software (Sage Online experience would be beneficial).
  • Excellent communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to thrive in a small, collaborative team.

What's in it for you?

  • Join a business where your ideas and insights genuinely matter.
  • Grow alongside a company with ambitious expansion plans.
  • Enjoy a supportive, collaborative culture where everyone contributes.
  • Hybrid flexibility that can increase over time as the role develops.

Apply now and take the next step in your accounting career.

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