Latest Vacancies at Macdonald & Company

Job Summary

This role is responsible for conceiving of and proposing on-line, on-site or community initiatives which will drive occupancy on each development. Presenting ideas with detailed feasibilities to the board, running approved projects and then reporting on their success and conversion rates once complete forms the backbone of this role. With the support of a lettings manager, leasing consultants and an administrator reporting directly to you, your role takes ultimate responsibility for keeping the portfolio optimally leased.

Inheriting a fairly blank canvas, this role specifically suits an analytical but creative individual who has :-

• High literacy in Excel
• Ability to interpret & present tracking data
• Marketing Project Management experience
• An NQF level 7 in Sales/Marketing or any equivalent
• 8-10 years in Sales Marketing
• 2- 3 years in team management
• Ideally residential leasing exposure
• Comprehension of digital marketing campaigns

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Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Manage and assess credit applications on property-based deals.
• Recommend appropriate changes where required to credit applications. 
• Maintain approval of credit within policy parameters and mandate structures and ensure adherence to credit policy/lending strategy.  
• Verify pre-sales.
• Monitor credit quality of regional portfolios.  
• Monitor that all loans are regularly reviewed in terms of the policy.  
• Monitor arrears on the book.  
• Manage asset quality distribution of book.  
• Preparation of monthly risk reports.  
• Provide support and advice to Relationship Managers.
• Liaise with key clients and make recommendations for effective deal structuring in conjunction with account executives.  
• Maintain regular communication with stakeholders. 
• Assessment and interpretation of financial statements for listed/unlisted companies.
• Manage credit team. 

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To this end, the incoming Bookkeeper will be responsible for the following:

• Bookkeeping functions up to trial balance.
• Accounting for and reporting monthly management packs for ±5 entities.
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Invoicing and recon accounts.
• Processing bank statements and journal entries.
• Compiling monthly TB and management accounts.
• Handling VAT calculations and submissions.
   

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To this end, the incoming Property Manager will be required to:

• Draft/negotiate leases.
• Handle handovers of rental units.
• Take charge of monthly billing and recoveries.
• Manage tenant relations.
• Oversee maintenance of property under management.

Requirement 

• Based in Cape Town, the ideal candidate will have strong skills on MDA/MRI, as well as 3-to-4-years’ experience in property management of Industrial and Commercial property. 

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The Renewable Energy Business Development Manager will:

• Oversee the business development strategy.
• Win new business through existing and currently unknown EPC contractors and energy users.
• Find solutions to customers’ business and service delivery needs.
• Prepare all required information for all clients & investors in all stages, by liaising with internal financial modellers, asset managers and fund managers.
• Build and report on a significant pipeline of potential investments.

Requirement 

• The ideal candidate will come from an engineering or sustainability background (with a relevant degree) and have a stable Business Development record for at least 5 years. Extensive knowledge about renewable energy regulations and an in-depth understanding of various types of electrical production is essential.

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Job Summary

As an Acquisitions & Disposals Analyst you will be working with the CEO and Fund Management team to understand the valuation of properties and portfolio’s which senior managers identify. You will need to be strong in networking and people relations as you will be sourcing buyers, networking with brokers for pipeline development, guiding marketing material, liaising with financial institutions, municipalities, and other stakeholders to ensure efficient transactions at the best prices. Additionally, you will model property returns and present comprehensive investment cases. On top of identifying deal making opportunities for the Asset Management division, there will be continuous financial reporting (Monthly & Quarterly), leasing auditing and maintenance assessments of existing portfolio under management. You will need to manage the Due Diligence Process adopted by the company from inception to completion. To evaluate prospective acquisitions introduced to the company by way of the preparation of discounted cash flows.

Requirement 

• As the ideal candidate, it is required that you have a BCom, B.Sc. in Property Studies, CSA, CA, or other relevant tertiary qualification.
• You would also have a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience directly related to the role of a Property Acquisitions and Disposals specialist.
• Previous commercial property experience and a good understanding of forces driving the market is essential.
• If you have had exposure to legal agreements, that will be advantageous. On top of that, a strong Proficiency in relevant computer packages (MS Office) with emphasis on Excel and software packages is required. Although based in Cape Town, travel to properties around the country will be required from time to time.

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The role:

•  Always ensuring client satisfaction whilst working alongside the Relationship manager with the management of their portfolio as per the SLA with the client.
• You will be responsible for liaising with various stakeholders involved with building maintenance and contractors, as well as requesting payment approvals and processing all relevant payments and reimbursements that have been approved by the Relationship Manager, scheme executives and monthly recurring invoices where necessary.
• You will need to create journals as instructed by the Relationship Manager to process reimbursements to owners and ensure that all allocations in journals are correct and accurate in relation to the trust accounts. On top of this you will be compiling monthly reports and invoices.
• Additionally, you must ensure that websites of all complexes are updated monthly. Relevant documentation required for audits must be uploaded to the KSI/Auditors website as well. In terms of insurance, you will need to liaise with insurance brokers for common property insurance claims, complete claim forms, obtain invoices for reports for incidents and ensure that payments are allocated timely and accurately to the correct ledgers.

The Ideal Candidate:

• To be considered you will need to have a sectional title certificate (CPMD or Paddocks).
• Having a degree and homeowners association certificate is advantageous.
• Also, at least 2 years’ experience as a relationship assistant within a sectional title environment.
• You would also need to be very proficient in the Microsoft office suite. In summary your knowledge would need to cover; general accounting principles, sectional title legislation, MS Suite and internal software systems like firefly, pastel etc.

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Job Summary

You will see yourself managing employee records, managing HR budgets, and driving cost saving initiatives, compiling monthly management reports, managing new employee orientation, employee evaluations and terminations. Other tasks such as identifying training needs, co-ordinating succession planning and talent management with relevant parties, ensuring application of industrial relations practices, updating and implementing HR policies and procedures as well as driving Union Committee structures will fall on to you. Over and above that you will need to serve as a liaison between management and employees.

Requirement 

• You will need to have a tertiary qualification in HR or a related field,
• 5-10 years of experience in HR management to be considered for this role.
• Other requirements include but are not limited to a minimum of 5 years’ of IR and CCMA experience
• A valid drivers license and a reliable vehicle. Experience working in the security/cleaning/ parking industry will be advantageous.
• The successful incumbent will need to have excellent interpersonal skills, ability to negotiate, strong organizational and conflict resolution skills.

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Job Summary

You will be responsible for overseeing the full day-to-day operational management of your portfolio to maximise performance. Some of your duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Manage and oversee the operational effectiveness of the allocated property portfolio
• Demonstrate commitment and loyalty, aligning with the organization's office routines and procedures
• Maintain a focus on overall business objectives
• Solve problems and make informed decisions
• Build and maintain strong tenant and customer relationships
• Exhibit effective communication, leadership, assertiveness, and negotiation skills
• Apply analytical thinking and stress tolerance in challenging situations
• Display resilience and possess strong financial and business acumen
• Oversee operational management and facilities management
• Lease negotiations and renewals.
• Preparation and setting of property/portfolio financial budgets.
• Performing regular site inspections.
• Ensuring quarterly OHS assessments are completed for all properties under your management

Requirement 

• To qualify for this position, you will need to have tertiary diploma/degree in property or related fields with 5-10 years’ experience in a similar position within the real estate environment where you have managed commercial or industrial properties.
• The ideal person for this position will be an energetic and proactive individual that demonstrates a high level of attention to detail. Furthermore, your experience with MDA property system and proven ability in managing a team is a must. 

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Job Summary

Expect to be in a position which is highly visible to senior executives, affording you the opportunity to progress your career within a successful, National retailer. Presenting your findings on store performance, feasibility's, and project tracking at the highest-level means that this role would only suit someone with exceptional communication skills who is confident and persuasive, and who is able to use significant data to spot trends & influence decisions. Travel to sites around the country will be required.

Requirement 

• To be considered for this role you would need to be a registered Chartered Accountant (CA), who has either done a few more years at the same auditing company you did your articles with, or who has gained some corporate experience.
• We will only consider candidates who are either originally from KZN or who are currently living in Durban, which is where the role will be based.

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Job Summary

A role of this nature will see you responsible for account allocations, reconciliations, updating age analysis reports, liaising with attorneys as well as sending invoices, statements, reminders and final demand letters to tenants. Additionally, you will be tasked with processing debit order runs, receipting, handovers, arrears reports, checking bank statements, checking municipal charges, and filing. 

To be considered for this role you will need: 

• 3-5 years’ experience in a similar role
• A tertiary qualification in Accounting/Finance 
• Experience using MRI/MDA will be advantageous 
• Excellent customer management skills
• 2-4 years’ experience working in retail or commercial property sector

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Job Summary

Join a company with a high value of professionalism and integrity, who takes a holistic and strategic view of their properties. Their success is measurable against prestigious portfolios which they have raised and sold. With an ever-increasing client base, they are looking to welcome on board another experienced Commercial Property Administrator. Joining this highly efficient organisation, you will be reporting to a Commercial Property Manager. The main purpose of this role is providing support through administrative and financial functions.

Based at their Johannesburg offices you would take full responsibility of query management, reconciling municipal charges and legal fees, processing adjustments and credit refunds, updating vacancy schedules and notes, preparing of leases, addendums and cessions, conducting FICA checks and managing maintenance issues. Over and above that task such as ensuring recoveries are loaded, owner statement and payments, assisting with management reports, budgets and ensuring that all general administration is up to date.

Requirement 

• The successful incumbent will need to have a relevant tertiary qualification, a minim of 4 years of experience in similar role, and proven ability in using MS Suite. Experience using MRI/MDA will be advantageous as well as a SAPOA certificate.
• You will need to reside in Gauteng and have strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience in the Commercial and Retail sector is mandatory.