Head of Finance

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Head of Finance will manage and oversee the full financial lifecycle of the client’s property portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Lead asset level financial management across the entire lifecycle
• Financial reporting for the portfolio
• Analyse portfolio performance
• Build and maintain financial models incorporating rental income projections, cost assumptions, and expected returns
• Analyse budgets and forecasts to ensure they are in line with strategic priorities
• Produce detailed budgets and forward-looking forecasts for development projects
• Calculate, review, and monitor banking covenants for lender reporting and funding submissions
• Lead and manage the debtor function across the portfolio, overseeing accurate monthly billing, monitoring arrears and collections, and enforcing credit control policies
• Engage with tenants on escalations and turnover rentals, while working closely with legal and leasing teams on tenant handovers, arrears management, and issue resolution
• Technology optimisation and automation
• Improve financial systems and processes
• Assist with audit activities
• Statutory reporting processes
• Funder and stakeholder relationship management

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Chartered Accountant (SA) - preferred
• 10 years+ progressive post article experience
• Experienced with MDA Property Manager
• At least 5 years’ experience in property and asset management industry
• Financial modelling experience

Package and Remuneration:

R 2 000 000 – R 2 100 000 per annum