Center Finance Manager

SUMMARY:
We're Hiring: A Centre Finance Manager – Property Management. Are you a finance professional with a passion for property? Join a leading property management company as a Centre Finance Manager and play a key role in the financial success of high-performing commercial centres.

POSITION INFO:
Founded over a decade ago, this well-established property management company has built a strong footprint across South Africa, managing some of the country’s most prominent shopping centers and commercial properties. With a focus on excellence, sustainability, and transformation, the company has become a trusted name in asset and facilities management for both public and private sector clients. Known for its deep industry expertise and commitment to delivering long-term value, the business plays a key role in shaping and maintaining high-performing retail and office environments across the continent

In this role, you’ll be responsible for the full financial function of one or more retail or mixed-use properties. You’ll manage budgets, forecasts, and monthly reporting while ensuring accurate rental income tracking, expense management, and recoveries. Working closely with Property and Leasing Managers, you’ll support operational efficiency and help drive the profitability of the asset. Your sharp eye for detail and strong understanding of property finance will ensure compliance, support audit readiness, and enable strategic decision-making.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are ready to take ownership of centre-level finances, then we must hear from you!

This role reports to the Head of Finance and some of the responsibilities are:

• Financial Management & Reporting:
  • Prepare, review, and submit monthly and annual financial reports for the property.
  • Perform variance analysis between actuals and budget/forecasts.
  • Ensure that all income, including rentals and recoveries, is accurately recorded and allocated.
  • Manage rolling forecasts based on occupancy trends, expense shifts, and strategic inputs.
• Budgeting & Forecasting:
  • Compile annual budgets in collaboration with property and asset managers.
• Rent Roll & Lease Administration:
  • Reconcile and review rent rolls to ensure billing accuracy.
  • Oversee lease compliance from a financial standpoint (e.g. escalations, recoveries, and tenant deposits).
• Expense Control & Recoveries:
  • Monitor and control operating expenses.
  • Calculate and reconcile tenant recoveries, utilities, municipal charges, and common area maintenance.
  • Ensure that all recoverable costs are billed correctly and timely.

• BCom Degree in accounting
• 9 years in the property industry
• SAICA/SAIPA
• MDA