Asset Performance & Portfolio Management Interpret asset-level financial and operational performance against approved budgets, forecasts and feasibilities; Analyse variances, identify underperformance, risks and opportunities, and prepare clear commentary for the Regional Review vacancies, lease expiries and income sustainability across the portfolio and provide guidance on how to improve these and reduce risks; Identify income leakage, cost inefficiencies and value erosion risks at asset level; Support corrective action planning in response to underperformance on a portfolio level. Financial Analysis, Budgets & Variance Management Interpret management accounts, budgets and forecasts and translate financial data into commercial insights Assist with preparation of asset-level forecasts, cash flow projections and scenario modelling Analyse budget deviations and overspends and propose mitigation strategies Support the Regional Manager in managing and controlling overspend risks Prepare asset summaries and performance dashboards for internal reporting Capex Planning, Feasibilities & Exco Submissions Assist with regional capex planning, prioritisation and tracking Prepare financial feasibilities and return analyses for refurbishments, upgrades, redevelopments and change-of-use initiatives Compile capex motivations and supporting documentation for submission to Exco Track approved capex projects against budgets, timelines and strategic objectives Conduct post-implementation reviews to assess performance against expected returns Strategic Asset Management & Decision Support Support buy / hold / sell analysis and asset-level strategic assessments Assist with preparation of investment memorandums and disposal recommendations Conduct market research relating to rentals, demand, competitors and regional trends Support longer-term asset strategy formulation and implementation Track execution of approved strategies and report on outcomes Leasing, Tenant & Income Optimization Support Work closely with Leasing and Property Management teams to support income optimization initiatives Provide commercial input into leasing deals, renewals, restructurings and incentive proposals Monitor tenant performance and credit risk from an asset value perspective Review tenant reconciliations, escalations and risks from a commercial standpoint Review monthly tenant billing, inclusive of fixed costs and recoveries Support renewal, restructuring or exit strategies where required Assist with preparing tender documentation and proposals Requirements :Degree in Accounting, Property Studies, Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Commerce or a related field 57 years experience in an asset management, property analysis, consulting or property finance role Exposure to retail, commercial, mixed-use and/or student portfolios advantageous Strong Excel and financial modelling and presentation skills Gauteng property market knowledge will be beneficial