Overview
Senior Bookkeeper (Property) Jobs in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Senior Bookkeeper (Property)
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Recruiter:
RMG Recruitment
Job Ref:
3944789822
Date posted:
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Location:
Port Elizabeth, South Africa
SUMMARY:
POSITION INFO:
The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for overseeing the bookkeeping function for a property portfolio, ensuring accurate financial records, compliance with regulations, and efficient management of property-related financial transactions.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management & Bookkeeping
- Maintain full set of books for multiple properties/entities
- Reconcile:
- General ledger accounts
- Daily Takings
- Deposit Control Account
- Suspense Account
- Prepare and post journals
- Manage tenant billing/Invoicing (Novtel Property Management Program)
- Maintain/update Tenant info on Novtel
Property-Specific Accounting
- Reconcile rental income, deposits, and lease schedules /Drafting of New leases
- Update Rental Schedules and Property Vacant Schedules
- Manage NMBM utility recoveries, levies, and property expenses (Mid-Month and Month End Municipal Schedules+ Watelec Reports +Excel Sheets
- Attend to Municipal Queries
- Handle tenant deposit accounting in line with legal requirements
Reporting
- Generate financial reports for property owners/investors
Compliance & Audit
- Ensure compliance with local tax laws and property regulations
- Assist with year-end audits and liaise with external auditors
- Maintain proper documentation and audit trails
Payroll
- Weekly and Monthly Payroll Run (Print + Load on the Absa Banking System)
- Capture Leave days per employee
- Monthly SARS Returns + Excel Sheets
- Handle SARS Related queries/Statement of Accounts
- Staff Contracts
Qualifications
- Diploma/Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
Experience
- 5+ years bookkeeping experience, preferably in the Accounting or property sector
- Experience managing multiple entities or property portfolios
- Strong knowledge of property management accounting systems
Skills & Competencies
- Afrikaans home language and English
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Pastel, Payroll, or Excel)
- Advanced Excel skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Driver’s license and own vehicle
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of financial reports
- Compliance with statutory deadlines
- Audit outcomes
Working Conditions
- Office-based
- Hours: 8:00 – 4:30
- Salary: