Financial Manager: Property Portfolio, Soweto

Asset Performance&Portfolio Management

Interpret asset‑level financial and operational performance against approved budgets, forecasts and feasibilities;

Analyse variances, identify underperformance, risks and opportunities, and prepare clear commentary for the Regional

Review vacancies, lease expiries and income sustainability across the portfolio and provide guidance on how to improve these and reduce risks;

Identify income leakage, cost inefficiencies and value erosion risks at asset level;

Support corrective action planning in response to underperformance on a portfolio level.

Financial Analysis, Budgets&Variance Management

Interpret management accounts, budgets and forecasts and translate financial data into commercial insights

Assist with preparation of asset‑level forecasts, cash flow projections and scenario modelling

Analyse budget deviations and overspends and propose mitigation strategies

Support the Regional Manager in managing and controlling overspend risks

Prepare asset summaries and performance dashboards for internal reporting

Capex Planning, Feasibilities&Exco Submissions

Assist with regional capex planning, prioritisation and tracking

Prepare financial feasibilities and return analyses for refurbishments, upgrades, redevelopments and change‑of‑use initiatives

Compile capex motivations and supporting documentation for submission to Exco

Track approved capex projects against budgets, timelines and strategic objectives

Conduct post‑implementation reviews to assess performance against expected returns

Strategic Asset Management&Decision Support

Support buy / hold / sell analysis and asset‑level strategic assessments

Assist with preparation of investment memorandums and disposal recommendations

Conduct market research relating to rentals, demand, competitors and regional trends

Support longer‑term asset strategy formulation and implementation

Track execution of approved strategies and report on outcomes

Leasing, Tenant&Income Optimization Support

Work closely with Leasing and Property Management teams to support income optimization initiatives

Provide commercial input into leasing deals, renewals, restructurings and incentive proposals

Monitor tenant performance and credit risk from an asset value perspective

Review tenant reconciliations, escalations and risks from a commercial standpoint

Review monthly tenant billing, inclusive of fixed costs and recoveries

Support renewal, restructuring or exit strategies where required

Assist with preparing tender documentation and proposals

Requirements

Degree in Accounting, Property Studies, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Commerce or a related field

5–7 years’ experience in an asset management, property analysis, consulting or property finance role

Exposure to retail, commercial, mixed‑use and/or student portfolios advantageous

Strong Excel and financial modelling and presentation skills

Gauteng property market knowledge will be beneficial

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