Nq Saipa Accountant - R Cpt

Job Description

NQ SAIPA ACCOUNTANT - R 40k pm - STELLENBOSCH, CPT

(just finished SAIPA articles is fine dont need the PA(SA) designation)

Cape Town Property Investment Sector

Ready to take your accounting career beyond compliance and into the commercial world of property investment?

We are seeking a driven, recently qualified SAIPA Accountant to join a high-growth property investment business with a substantial and expanding portfolio. This is an exceptional opportunity for a finance professional who wants broad exposure, real responsibility, and the chance to work closely with experienced finance leaders in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll become an integral part of a dynamic finance team, gaining exposure to multiple entities, complex financial reporting, forecasting, tax, compliance, and business partnering within a thriving portfolio environment.

• Take ownership of the day-to-day accounting function across multiple entities within a growing portfolio
• Consolidate and integrate financial information from various business systems into the accounting platform
• Prepare monthly management accounts and deliver meaningful financial insights to support decision-making
• Analyse actual performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying trends, risks and opportunities
• Prepare VAT calculations, reconciliations and assist with SARS-related queries and submissions
• Build and maintain cash flow forecasts to support business planning and funding requirements
• Assist with tax computations and year-end tax processes
• Prepare annual audit files and liaise with external auditors
• Compile and review Annual Financial Statements
• Contribute to process improvements, reporting efficiencies and financial control initiatives

• Has recently completed SAIPA Articles
• Holds a Finance, Accounting or related degree
• Is eager to accelerate their career in a commercial (private sector) finance environment
• Thrives in a fast-moving, deadline-driven business
• Has strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Takes ownership and accountability for their work
• Enjoys working with numbers but also understands the story behind them
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Communicates confidently and works well within a collaborative team

• Exposure to a sophisticated and growing property investment environment
• Broad financial responsibilities that go far beyond traditional accounting
• Mentorship from experienced Chartered Accountant and dynamic CFO
• Significant opportunity for professional development and career growth
• A collaborative, high-performance culture where initiative is recognised and rewarded