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Bookkeeper / Financial Accountant (Property Management)

Claremont
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Finance
Reference: PC002069/CN

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Employer: Status Staffing

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper / Financial Accountant to join a dynamic property management environment. This role is heavily focused on high-volume utility billing, municipal reconciliations, and financial oversight. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate billing, resolving municipal queries, and supporting financial reporting processes.

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Property
BASIC SALARY : R 30 000 – R 35 000
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

Relevant qualification in Accounting / Finance
Proven experience in property management accounting or utilities billing
Strong understanding of municipal billing calculations and structures

Proficiency in:

Pastel Accounting
Advanced Microsoft Excel

Experience managing high volumes and working under pressure
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

DUTIES:

Utility Billing Management

Full end-to-end management of 2,000+ utility bills per month
Analyse, verify, and process municipal accounts
Ensure accurate tenant billing and timely payments
Identify discrepancies and resolve billing issues

Municipal Account Management

Handle and resolve municipal queries and disputes
Liaise with municipalities regarding billing errors, adjustments, and reconciliations
Maintain accurate records of all communications and resolutions

Financial Oversight & Reporting

Oversee and support the junior bookkeeper
Review financial data for accuracy and completeness
Prepare monthly financial reports and reconciliations
Assist with budgeting and forecasting where required

Should you meet all the requirements, apply on our website at www.statusstaffing.com today.
Should you not hear back from us within 10 working days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We will retain your credentials for future similar roles.

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About Status Staffing

Welcome to STATUS STAFFING SOLUTIONS, a leading Western Cape based broad spectrum boutique staffing solutions provider.

Within our recruitment division we pride ourselves in our ability to match the right person to the right career through a comprehensive range of in-house screening and assessments. We go the extra mile by offering an outsourced HR and IR service, thereby assisting our clients to comply with local Labour laws. In addition, our Labour Relations division also offer a comprehensive Payroll service, enabling our clients to focus on their core business.

Our large candidate database and quality customer service ethos is what differentiates us from our competitors, enabling is to be considered a strategic partner to our valued candidates and clients.