Head of Finance (Property / Real Estate / Hospitality / Investments)

SUMMARY:
This role is to partner with a highly entrepreneurial CEO and is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ideas-driven environment. The CEO is not looking for a traditional “yes” person, but rather a trusted partner, someone with the confidence and intellectual curiosity to challenge thinking, test assumptions, and contribute meaningfully to the direction of the business.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong sense of ownership, resilience, and grit. They will be energised by rolling up their sleeves, getting involved at all levels, and proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and growth. This is a role for someone who is comfortable engaging in robust debate, offering well considered viewpoints, and helping shape better decisions.
Success in this position will come from the ability to balance strategic thinking with practical execution, someone who doesn’t just spot problems, but also brings forward solutions and follows through. Above all, this individual will act as a true sounding board and collaborator to the CEO, helping turn vision into actionable outcomes.

POSITION INFO:
Position available for a Chartered Accountant to provide robust financial management and reporting across an investment property portfolio, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. The role includes active liaison with funders and key stakeholders, close collaboration with and support to the asset manager on commercial and feasibility matters, and oversight of year‑end audit and statutory reporting processes. This position is well suited to a commercially minded professional who thrives in an entrepreneurial investment environment and brings a disciplined, value focused approach. Duties and Responsibilities: The Head of Finance will manage and oversee the full financial lifecycle of the client's property portfolio. Lead asset level financial management across the entire lifecycle Financial reporting for the portfolio Analyse portfolio performance Build and maintain financial models incorporating rental income projections, cost assumptions, and expected returns Analyse budgets and forecasts to ensure they are in line with strategic priorities Produce detailed budgets and forward-looking forecasts for development projects Calculate, review, and monitor banking covenants for lender reporting and funding submissions Lead and manage the debtor function across the portfolio, overseeing accurate monthly billing, monitoring arrears and collections, and enforcing credit control policies Engage with tenants on escalations and turnover rentals, while working closely with legal and leasing teams on tenant handovers, arrears management, and issue resolution Technology optimisation and automation Improve financial systems and processes Assist with audit activities Statutory reporting processes Funder and stakeholder relationship management Desired Experience and Qualifications Chartered Accountant (SA) - preferred 10 years+ progressive post article experience Experienced with MDA Property Manager At least 5 years' experience in property and asset management industry Financial modelling experience Package and Remuneration R 2 150 000 - R 2 250 000 per annum Interested? If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply via this link. If you wish to send your resume via email forward your CV to , insert the job title and copy the reference number in brackets in the subject line of your e-mail. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable position.

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