Group Bookkeeper (Property Sector)

Job Description

Bookkeeping till balance sheet | On-Site | Southern Suburbs, Cape Town

Our client is a privately-owned property development and management group with decades of experience and a solid portfolio of assets. They are looking for a group Bookkeeper who shares their values of accuracy, reliability, and accountability.

 

What the role is about:
This is a full-function bookkeeping role that covers the financial operations of multiple entities, including companies, trusts, and non-profits. You’ll manage property-related finances, support monthly reporting, and ensure the numbers are clean, complete, and on time.

 

What you’ll be doing:

• Manage tenant and creditor accounts across ±300 leases 
• Process council bills, levies, and ad-hoc payments for sectional title units
• Prepare monthly management accounts and assist with audit packs
• Maintain intercompany loan accounts and process rental-related transactions
• Support the team with accurate cash flow projections and reconciliations
• Handle payroll (VIP Premier), deposit refunds, and statutory submissions

What we’re looking for:

• Proven bookkeeping skills to balance sheet 
• Strong PASTEL (Sage) and Excel experience is not negotiable 
• Exposure to property software (e.g. Noftal, MDA, WeconnectU) advatageous 
• Background in property or multi-entity environments highly beneficial
• Someone reliable, efficient, and able to work independently under pressure
• Must be happy with on-site work (7:15 AM start) and a traditional office setup

What’s in it for you:

• Stable, long-standing employer with a loyal team
• Early-start, early-finish hours (Mon – Thurs 07h15 – 16h15 and Friday till 12h45)

If you don’t hear back from us within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful. But stay in touch — follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities.

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