Accounts Recon Clerk

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

Job summary

A financial services company in Cape Town is looking for a dedicated professional to manage daily and monthly reconciliations. You will need a Bookkeeping Diploma, relevant experience, and strong MS Excel skills. This role requires excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines, making it ideal for organized individuals with a professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• 35 years relevant experience.
• Solid knowledge of financial processes and compliance.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations.
• Assist in compiling and distributing statistical information.
• Support daily operational functions across all business units.

Skills

Intermediate MS Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Matric or equivalent

Bookkeeping Diploma or similar qualification

Job description

Main Responsibilities

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

Daily Trust Summary Reconciliation(s)

• Daily bank statement reconciliation(s), including CSV imports
• 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) as required by the Group Trust Controller
• Producer payments to Nedbank, including:
  • Performing first or second reconciliation(s) for business unit payments
  • Importing daily bank files (Notepad) for authorization
  • Distributing daily bank statements to business units
  • Scanning, filing, and emailing banking documentation to shared folders, Microsoft Teams, and business units
• Assist in compiling and distributing statistical information to the Group Trust Controller
• Support daily operational functions across all business units
• Assist Senior Trust Account Support Professional as required
• Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements as per ACT 12, 1992, and APAC Rules and Regulations for Fresh Produce Market Agents
• Perform adhoc duties as required

Minimum Requirements

• Matric or equivalent
• Bookkeeping Diploma or similar qualification essential
• 35 years relevant experience
• Intermediate MS Excel skills essential
• Solid knowledge of financial processes, procedures, and legislative compliance
• Strong attention to detail with timely and accurate reporting
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor
• Own transport essential
• Preference given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups