Job Description

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 requirements
• 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