Senior Finance Manager - Property Management

Who we are

We are a leading real estate services company that combines global standards with specialised local knowledge to deliver high-performance solutions for our clients.

We advise property owners and occupiers across the property lifecycle, including property management, leasing, valuations, transactions and strategic advisory services. Our focus is on delivering quality, building strong client relationships and creating lasting value.

Why choose us

At JHI, you will be part of a forward-thinking environment where initiative, collaboration and high performance are valued.

You will work alongside experienced property professionals, partner with senior stakeholders and clients, and play a key role in shaping the financial performance and strategic direction of our property portfolios.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Manager with a strong background in property management finance to lead our Client Portfolio Financial function.

The role is responsible for ensuring that Finance operates as a strategic and value-adding business partner across the business, tenants, Property and Asset Management teams and external clients.

You will provide leadership across the Client Portfolio Financial Department, influence business decision-making, oversee the financial performance of property portfolios and ensure that reporting, systems and processes continue to meet the evolving requirements of property owners.

This role requires a commercially astute finance leader who can combine strong technical financial expertise with strategic thinking, client engagement, people leadership and a deep understanding of the property management environment.

What you will bring

Inherent requirements – non-negotiable

• CA(SA) qualification.
• Completion of 3 years' articles.
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant post-articles finance experience.
• Demonstrable experience within the property management or commercial real estate environment.
• Strong experience in financial management, portfolio reporting and financial decision support.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel capability.
• Strong working knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, IFRS and tax.
• Proven people management and leadership experience.
• Strong client and stakeholder management capability.

Additional experience and knowledge

The successful candidate should demonstrate strong experience in:

• Property portfolio financial management.
• Management accounts and financial reporting.
• Budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling.
• Income statement and balance sheet management.
• Property income and recovery management.
• Capital expenditure management.
• Contract management and related financial implications.
• Financial policies, procedures and internal controls.
• IFRS and relevant tax requirements.
• Client and property owner reporting.
• Audit management and engagement with auditors.
• Financial systems and reporting structures.
• Process improvement and automation.
• Business planning and strategic financial decision support.
• Managing complex finance teams and competing priorities.

Experience with SAP, SAP BI, MDA or similar property management and finance platforms is highly advantageous.

What you will be doing

Strategic financial leadership

You will lead the financial management of the Client Portfolio Financial function and ensure that Finance continues to add measurable value to the business.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Translating organisational strategy into financial priorities and actions within the function.
• Providing financial insight and advice to support business and client decision-making.
• Influencing financial strategy across property portfolios and operational teams.
• Identifying financial risks, opportunities and trends.
• Ensuring effective allocation and utilisation of financial and people resources.
• Driving improvements in financial performance, reporting and controls.
• Partnering with senior leadership to support strategic business objectives.

Property portfolio financial management

You will oversee the financial performance and reporting of property portfolios, including:

• Reviewing management accounts and financial results.
• Overseeing budgets, forecasts and financial projections.
• Reviewing income statements and balance sheets.
• Monitoring portfolio income, expenditure and recoveries.
• Managing and reviewing capital expenditure.
• Analysing financial performance and identifying material variances.
• Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Providing meaningful financial commentary and recommendations to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Ensuring that property owner reporting requirements are consistently met.

Client and stakeholder management

You will act as a senior finance partner to internal and external stakeholders, including:

• Property owners and clients.
• Financial Directors.
• Property and Asset Management teams.
• Tenants.
• Operational business units.
• Finance and Administration Managers.
• Accountants.
• Procurement, Banking, Accounts Payable and Shared Services teams.
• External auditors and auditors of listed funds.
• Regulatory bodies including SARS.

You will be expected to build strong relationships, manage complex financial discussions and ensure that Finance remains responsive to both client and business needs.

People leadership

You will provide leadership and direction to the Client Portfolio Financial team by:

• Setting clear expectations and performance standards.
• Coaching, developing and supporting team members.
• Ensuring appropriate allocation of resources and workload.
• Driving accountability and high-quality delivery.
• Building capability within the finance function.
• Leading teams through change and process improvement initiatives.
• Promoting collaboration across Finance and operational teams.

Financial systems and reporting

You will ensure that financial systems and reporting frameworks support the needs of property owners and the business.

This will include:

• Developing and enhancing reporting solutions.
• Identifying opportunities to automate financial processes.
• Improving the quality and efficiency of financial reporting.
• Providing financial input into systems and transaction treatment.
• Supporting and maintaining SAP, SAP BI, MDA and related financial systems.
• Ensuring appropriate reporting structures and hierarchies are maintained.
• Working with IT and Finance stakeholders to improve system effectiveness.

Governance, audit and compliance

You will:

• Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures and controls.
• Support internal and external audit processes.
• Manage and resolve audit findings and queries.
• Ensure implementation of audit recommendations.
• Monitor compliance with IFRS, tax and other applicable financial requirements.
• Maintain appropriate financial governance across the function.
• Engage with regulatory authorities where required.

What will make you successful in this role

You are likely to succeed in this position if you:

• Are commercially minded and able to connect financial performance to business outcomes.
• Can operate comfortably at both strategic and operational levels.
• Have a strong understanding of property management finance.
• Can challenge assumptions and influence decision-making.
• Are confident engaging with senior clients and stakeholders.
• Are highly analytical and able to interpret complex financial information.
• Have strong judgement and decision-making capability.
• Lead teams effectively and create accountability.
• Can manage competing priorities and