Internal Revenue Clerk

Obrien Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to finance operations

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Obrien Recruitment seeks an experienced Internal Revenue Clerk for a hospitality group with properties in Cape Town and Stellenbosch. The role focuses on revenue control, auditing and ensuring financial accuracy across three hotels, with a strong emphasis on compliance and investigation of discrepancies.

Ideal candidates have accounting/auditing background, relevant qualifications, and at least three years in similar roles.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Good communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• NQF Level 4/5/6 qualification or higher.

Responsibilities

• Conduct revenue audits and verify financial records for accuracy, completeness and compliance with internal policies.
• Reconcile daily banking, foreign currency, credit card transactions, advance deposits and direct transfers.
• Prepare monthly revenue reports and investigate discrepancies, irregularities and unusual transactions.
• Compile commission and staff tips payable schedules and reconciliations.
• Conduct random stock audits and operational checks across hotel properties.
• Maintain accurate audit documentation and supporting evidence.
• Monitor compliance with relevant tax legislation, statutory requirements and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve revenue processes, financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance, Sales and Revenue teams to strengthen financial controls and reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Education

NQF Level 4/5/6 qualification

Job description

Location: Newlands, Cape Town | Head Office

Love working with numbers, spotting discrepancies and keeping finances in check? This opportunity is for you!

An exciting opportunity is available for a detail-oriented and experienced Internal Revenue Clerk to join a well-established hospitality group, supporting revenue control and financial accuracy across three established hotel properties in Cape Town and Stellenbosch. This role is ideal for someone with a strong accounting and auditing background who enjoys investigating discrepancies, ensuring compliance and maintaining accurate financial records in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct revenue audits and verify financial records for accuracy, completeness and compliance with internal policies.
• Reconcile daily banking, foreign currency, credit card transactions, advance deposits and direct transfers.
• Prepare monthly revenue reports and investigate discrepancies, irregularities and unusual transactions.
• Compile commission and staff tips payable schedules and reconciliations.
• Conduct random stock audits and operational checks across hotel properties.
• Maintain accurate audit documentation and supporting evidence.
• Monitor compliance with relevant tax legislation, statutory requirements and internal controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve revenue processes, financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance, Sales and Revenue teams to strengthen financial controls and reporting.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant recognised qualification at NQF Level 4, 5 or 6.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting and auditing.
• Additional relevant auditing certifications will be advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Good communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• South African citizenship is essential.

What’s in it for you?

• Exposure to the finance and revenue operations of three established hotel properties.
• Opportunities to develop expertise in revenue control, auditing, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• A collaborative, people-centred hospitality environment that values teamwork, accountability and professional development.

Ready to take the next step in your finance career?

If you have a keen eye for detail and the skills to ensure financial accuracy and accountability, we’d love to hear from you!

If you have not received feedback within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.