Real Estate Accountant Job Durban South Africa,Accounting

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically sound Real Estate Accountant to join our clients team immediately for a full-time, remote contract. This role is primarily intended to cover a maternity leave, with the potential to transition into a long-term position based on performance and business needs.

You will be responsible for managing complex financial records across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy in investments, intercompany loans, and day-to-day bookkeeping.

Key Responsibilities

Full-Cycle Bookkeeping: Manage debits/credits, journal entries, and bank reconciliations for a diverse portfolio.

Multi-Entity Management: Oversee complex accounting structures, including intercompany loans and investment tracking.

Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly financial statements and schedules.

Systems Management: Utilize accounting software (Quickbooks) and Excel to maintain organized, audit-ready records.

Requirements & Qualifications

Accounting Expertise: Must be a trained accountant with a deep understanding of accounting principles (GL, multi-entity structures, and complex reconciliations).

Remote Ready: You must provide your own reliable laptop, high-speed internet, and a quiet workspace. Proficiency in Excel, Word, and professional email communication is required.

Availability: Ability to work hours per week covering the majority of New York (EST) business hours
.

Communication: Fluent professional English (written and verbal).

Software (Preferred):

Experience with
Quick Books Desktop is a significant plus. Experience using AI tools (like Claude) to automate reporting or schedules is a bonus.

Compensation & Contract Terms

Type: Hourly Contract, reviewed month-to-month.

Duration: Immediate start. Initial term covers maternity leave, with potential for long-term extension.

Location: % Remote (Global applicants welcome).