Business Accounts Assistant

Job Title:
Business Accounts Assistant

Location:
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
London-based team (remote-friendly with an easy commute to Stellenbosch, Cape Town)

Job Brief:

Urang manages residential and commercial blocks across London and continues to expand as a result of recommendations from clients and leaseholders who are happy with the attention they receive from our management team. Urang also offers a property management service for landlords who let their properties.

Our unique combination of experience has allowed us to put in place quality control systems of the highest standard. This makes us swift, flexible and responsive, allowing us to absorb new instructions of any size with ease so our clients can be confident their buildings are managed with the utmost professionalism from day one.

We are now looking to hire a Business Accounts Assistant who is seeking career development within a supportive and growing finance team. You will be working alongside our Service Charge Account Managers, Credit Controllers, Accounts Administrators, Property Managers and will be reporting to the Senior Business Accountant. 

The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in the property industry and a solid understanding of management accounting.

Responsibilities:

Perform weekly reconciliations and accurate bookkeeping for Business Accounts

Raise sales invoices and process incoming payments

Check and upload supplier invoices to the system for payment processing

Assist in compiling and presenting financial and budget reports

Liaise with the Service Charge team on financial queries and discrepancies

Conduct credit control for Business Accounts

Monitor quarterly targets and cashflow, report discrepancies to Line Manager

Requirements:

BCom degree (or equivalent) – non-negotiable

A professional qualification (SAICA, SAIPA, CIMA, or equivalent) is advantageous

Strong communication and technical skills

Solid understanding of business and property accounting systems

Proficient in MS Excel and Word

Property accounting background desirable

Ability to work to tight deadlines with strong attention to detail

Salary and Benefits:

R18,000- R24,000 per month (depending on experience)

15 days annual leave (plus South African public holidays)

Monday to Friday, 09:00- 18:00 (SA time)

Remote work arrangement with occasional visits to Stellenbosch

Please Note:

Preference will be given to candidates residing within the Western Cape, with the ability to attend occasional in-person meetings in Stellenbosch. A stable internet connection is essential, particularly during load shedding.

This position supports Urang Property Management’s commitment to Employment Equity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitably qualified South African citizens from designated groups.

Candidates must have legal authorisation to work in South Africa. The company reserves the right not to make an appointment.