Accounts Recon Clerk

Sydsen; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector based in Cape Town is looking for an experienced Accounts Recon Clerk. The role requires managing account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with financial standards, and supporting operational functions. Ideal candidates will have a bookkeeping diploma, 3-5 years of experience, and strong analytical skills. This position demands attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years’ experience in a similar role is required.
• Solid knowledge of financial processes and compliance.
• Intermediate MS Excel skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations including payments and deposits.
• Compile payment documentation and assist with daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with legislative requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

MS Excel

Education

Bookkeeping Diploma

Matric or equivalent

Job description

SUMMARY :

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Accounts Recon Clerk to join our dynamic team within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, based in Cape Town.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the accurate management and reconciliation of trust accounts, supporting financial operations, and ensuring compliance with industry and regulatory standards.

This role requires strong analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

If you are passionate about financial integrity and enjoy working collaboratively across teams, we invite you to apply and contribute to our continued success in the FMCG market.

POSITION INFO :

Main Responsibilities

Perform daily and monthly reconciliations, including but not limited to :

• Daily Trust Summary reconciliation(s).
• Daily Nedbank statement reconciliation(s) including CSV import(s).
• Daily summary of payment(s) reconciliation(s).
• Daily outstanding payment(s) reconciliation(s).
• Daily Market deposits into trust account(s) reconciliation(s).
• Capital On Investment daily and monthly reconciliation(s).
• VAT reconciliation(s).
• Cold Room reconciliation(s).
• Pallet sales reconciliation(s).
• Any additional reconciliation(s) implemented by the Group Trust Controller.

Producer payments to Nedbank including but not limited to :

• Compiling payment documentation for Nedbank import(s) daily.
• Performing first or second reconciliation(s) for business units' payments.
• Import daily bank file (Notepad) to Nedbank for authorization.
• Distributing daily Nedbank statements to Business Units for information purposes.
• Scanning, filing, and emailing daily banking documentation to shared folders, Microsoft Teams, and emailing to Business Units.
• Assisting and compiling statistical information and distributing to the Group Trust Controller.
• Assisting with daily operational functions for all Business Units.
• Assisting Senior Trust Account Support Professional, as required.
• Complying with all legislative requirements as per ACT 12, 1992, and APAC Rules and Regulations for Fresh Produce Market Agents.
• Assisting with ad hoc duties, as required.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric or equivalent required.
• Bookkeeping Diploma or similar qualification essential.
• 3 - 5 years’ experience required.
• Intermediate MS Excel skills essential.
• Solid knowledge of financial processes, procedures, and legislative compliance.
• Attention to detail – timely and accurate information/reporting essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills required.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Deadline-driven.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Own transport essential.