Commercial Property Manager & Accounts Assistant - New Role - Based in Cairns
This is a newly created, hybrid Property Management and Accounts role with a market leader in the real estate and property management industry offering a rare blend of office-based financial administration and hands-on field property work. Designed for someone who enjoys both structure and variety, the position supports a diverse predominantly commercial property portfolio within a relaxed, professional working environment.
The Opportunity
You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of the property portfolio, working across trust accounting, owner reporting, inspections and maintenance coordination. This is a highly visible role within the business, providing direct support to tenants and property owners while maintaining strong financial, compliance and service standards.
This position offers genuine variety combining desk-based financial and administrative work with regular site visits, inspections and portfolio support looking after around 50 properties.
Responsibilities
- Process rent, invoices, bonds, bank guarantees and property outgoings
- Manage accounts payable and receivable for the commercial and residential portfolio
- Prepare monthly owner statements and complete trust account reconciliations
- Monitor arrears and assist with follow-ups
- Support budget tracking, audits and end-of-year reporting
- Maintain accurate and compliant financial and tenancy records
- Conduct routine, entry and exit inspections
- Prepare detailed inspection and condition reports
- Identify maintenance issues and coordinate contractors
- Communicate with tenants, owners and the wider property team
- Salary: Outstanding Salary (negotiable based on experience)
- Superannuation: 12%
- Vehicle Allowance: $5,000 per annum
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (1 hour for lunch)
- Portfolio: Primarily commercial property management
- Environment: Relaxed, professional and supportive team culture
- Role Type: Office-based with regular field work and site visits
Licences and Experience
- Experience in property management within either residential or commercial with additional skills across trust accounting or property administration
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong communication and professional reporting skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team
- Experience with PropertyTree, Cirrus8 or similar systems (advantageous)
- Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle