Bookkeeping Manager

Bookkeeping Manager

Location: Durban
Job Type: Full Time
Posted: 1 week ago
Contact: karenm@trafalgar.co.za

Job Overview:

Trafalgar Durban is seeking a Bookkeeping Manager to lead their Sectional Title bookkeeping team. This role is critical to ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations and meeting service requirements for their clients.

Responsibilities:

• General Ledger Analysis: Ensure accuracy, completeness, and validity of information. Use Qdocs for cross-referencing.
• Journal Entries: Capture entries to correct misallocations and update external and investment account balances.
• Bank Account Oversight: Monitor reserve fund bank accounts and ensure equity accounts are balanced.
• Reporting: Escalate variances and issues on Chairman Pack reports to Portfolio Managers.
• Reconciliations: Handle municipal reconciliations monthly and escalate queries regarding insurance claims, petty cash, and legal fees.
• Chairman’s Packs: Ensure monthly packs are sent within the relevant timeframe.
• Budget Preparation: Prepare annual and reserve fund budgets, incorporating the 10-year maintenance plan.
• Taxation: Prepare and submit income tax returns, VAT returns, and maintain compliance with SARS.
• Audit Preparation: Scrutinize general ledgers and prepare audit files, ensuring completeness and validity of financial data.
• New Take-Ons: Manage the accounting requirements for new buildings under the portfolio.
• Team Management: Provide continuous support to the accounting team and portfolio managers.

Requirements:

• Strong financial management experience, particularly in property or sectional title management.
• Expertise in tax compliance, financial reporting, and budget preparation.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

Reporting Lines:

The Bookkeeping Manager will report directly to the National Accounts Manager and will be accountable to the Community Scheme Department Manager.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their CVs to karenm@trafalgar.co.za.

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This position is ideal for individuals with a background in financial management within the property sector, seeking to take on a leadership role.

 

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