Junior Financial Manager

SUMMARY:
If you’re ready to step into a role where numbers meet operations and where your insights directly support investment, growth and performance, this opportunity is built for you.

POSITION INFO:

Company and Job Description:

Our client operates within the property and storage industry, managing a growing portfolio and offering a dynamic environment with strong exposure to operational finance. Based at the Johannesburg North Head Office, the Junior Financial Manager will play a key role in financial reporting, controls, analysis and supporting strategic decision-making. A role where your development is prioritised, your opinion matters and your contributions shape the financial health of a growing property group.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts with property-specific commentary
• Maintain the fixed asset register and assist with IFRS-aligned financial statements
• Manage cash flow forecasts and monitor rental income and expense movements
• Collaborate with Property Managers on leases and utility recoveries
• Ensure compliance with VAT, PAYE and statutory submissions
• Review bank recons, GL recons and supplier payments
• Support year-end audits, investor reporting and inter-company reconciliations
• Implement and maintain internal controls and assist with process improvements
• Partner with senior leadership on budgets, analysis and operational decision support

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• BCom in Accounting or Finance
• SAICA / SAIPA articles
• 1 to 3 years experience in a finance or accounting role
• Property management / real estate experience advantageous
• Strong Excel skills
• Working knowledge of IFRS and SA tax regulations
• Experience with QuickBooks or Xero (advantageous)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and multiple priorities

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• Cost Accountants
• Payroll
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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 roles / positions.

For more information, contact:
Elzette Hood
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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