Financial Accountant - Occupancy (French Speaking)

The role

• We are looking for an experienced French speaking Occupancy Financial Accountant to join our Finance team at our Support Centre in Johannesburg.

• This role is entirely office-based in our offices in Midrand, Johannesburg.

• You will manage leasing administration and property accounting for one of our regions, working closely with our Finance and Property teams globally. You will support our French-speaking markets, working with landlords and internal stakeholders in both French and English.

Your responsibilities will include

• Manage leasing administration for Lovisa stores and support offices across your region

• Manage, approve and prepare rental payments and rent reviews

• Take ownership of month-end, including accruals, provisions, reconciliations and review of accounts to ensure accurate P&L and Balance Sheet reporting

• Ensure accurate recording and reporting of leases under AASB 16

• Manage the bank guarantee, cash deposit and fitout contribution processes for new stores and renewals

• Maintain accurate lease and store data within LeaseEagle, including expiry and renewal dates, incentives, base rent and outgoings

• Review and interpret lease agreements and related documentation to ensure compliance

• Reference check and reconcile store occupancy expenses

• Record and track lease dealings and maintain accurate lease reports and systems

• Generate regular reports to support our Leasing Executives globally

• Work closely with Finance, Property and Accounts Payable on lease, landlord and payment queries

• Liaise across departments to support a smooth store opening process

• Support the wider Lease Administration and Property teams and act as a central point of contact for lease-related matters

• Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve processes and efficiencies

About you

• You are a strong accountant with a hands-on approach, excellent attention to detail and the confidence to work independently in a fast-paced international environment.

You will bring

• Fluent French and English, both written and spoken, are essential

• A relevant Accounting/Finance Diploma and ideally a BCom/BAcc degree

• 3–5+ years' accounting experience

• Strong hands-on experience with month-end reporting

• A solid understanding of P&L, Balance Sheet, accruals and reconciliations

• Advanced Excel skills and experience using accounting systems

• Strong English communication skills

• The ability to understand contracts and financial obligations

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy

• An inquisitive mindset, asking the right questions and looking for solutions

• A sense of urgency and the ability to manage competing priorities

• A collaborative approach and willingness to support and mentor others

Highly advantageous

• Experience working within a French-speaking market or international environment

• Completed articles

• Experience working with auditors

• Property, lease or landlord accounting exposure

• Experience with LeaseEagle or other property management software