Portfolio Accountant - Hillcrest Corner - Durban at Growthpoint Properties

Key Performance Areas:

Accounting


Ensure accuracy of monthly accounting - ensure that financials and projections are reported accurately in the region.
Oversee and provide guidance and support to Creditors Dept.
Authorise Petty Cash, Municipal Accounts & Supplier payments on Nicor. Relevant platforms
Review results for each property each month, including balance sheet reconciliations.
Attend monthly portfolio meetings and ensure that all queries are timeously resolved.
Ensure that accounting policies are in line with sector guidelines and that they are consistently applied in the region.
Oversee reporting on co-owned properties, joint ventures
Review adjustment accounts on purchase and sale of properties and clearing of balance sheets.
Assist in budget and annual audit process.
Liaise with Utilities department on municipal and rates queries to ensure they are timeously resolved.
Attend to ad hoc requirements of Asset manager, Sector Head or Fund accountant.
Attend to VAT Return's where necessary.


Requirements
Knowledge


Good knowledge of property accounting principles.
Proficient in MS suite, advanced Excel skills


Job Specific Skills


Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good management skills
Sound accounting skills
Attentive to detail
Good problem-solving skills
Good at time management
Ability to meet deadlines


Competencies


Well-developed interpersonal skills
Strong negotiating skills
Professional team player.
Flexible and adaptable with an ability to multi-task.


Experience


Minimum Bachelor's degree with Accounting.


Internal Liaison


All internal stakeholders