Management Accountant, Soweto

Job Specification: Management Accountant Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Employment Type: Full-time, Office-based

Reports To: Head of Finance

About Our Client Our Client is a dynamic group of companies operating primarily in property development. The Management Accountant will be a key member of the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting across multiple group entities and providing insights to support strategic decision‑making.

Role Purpose The Management Accountant is responsible for processing financial information for the group, ensuring that month‑end procedures and processes are completed accurately, and preparing management accounts on a monthly basis. This role will provide critical financial insights to support business decisions and assist the finance team with analyses, reporting, and ad‑hoc projects as required.

Required Qualifications&Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

2-3 years' experience in accounting or management accounting (ideally within property development)

Proficiency in Xero is essential; experience with Smartsheets and QuickBooks is advantageous

Key Responsibilities

Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities within the group

Ensure month‑end close procedures are completed accurately and on time

Process and reconcile financial transactions across multiple entities

Assist with budget preparation, forecasts, and variance analysis

Support financial reporting, including key performance metrics for management

Provide ad hoc analyses and assist with special finance projects as needed

Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and statutory requirementsds

Maintain accurate financial records and assist with audit preparation

Liaise with other departments to gather financial information and provide actionable insights

Key Skills&Competencies

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently or collaboratively

Basic understanding of property development accounting is a plus

Why Join Our Client

Be part of a growing property development group

Work in a collaborative and supportive finance team

Opportunities for professional growth and career development

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