Senior Revenue Reporting Analyst

Solugrowth; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Pretoria is seeking a Mid-Level Revenue Reporting and Analytics Accountant to drive accurate revenue reporting, manage cash flow, and enforce financial controls. The role entails overseeing debt collection, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and collaborating with various business units. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, 3–5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in ERP systems. This is a great opportunity for those focused on process improvements and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in revenue accounting, AR/AP management, or financial reporting roles.
• Demonstrated experience managing collections, disputes, and quarter-end processes.
• Experience working with large data sets and developing management reporting dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage end-to-end debt collection activities.
• Ensure adherence to accounting standards (IFRS / GAAP).
• Lead investigations and resolution of complex customer billing disputes.
• Serve as the primary finance contact for revenue-related inquiries.
• Prepare and analyze detailed monthly and quarterly revenue reports.
• Lead quarter-end close tasks including reconciliations and journal entries.

Skills

Revenue accounting principles

Working capital management

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Advanced Excel skills

Power BI skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Communication abilities

Stakeholder management

Process improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Role Purpose

The Revenue Reporting and Analytics Accountant (Mid-Level) plays a key role in driving accurate revenue reporting, effective debt and cash flow management, and strong financial controls across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Debt Collection and Cash Flow Optimization Oversee and manage end-to-end debt collection activities, ensuring timely recovery and accurate allocation of payments. Lead analysis of cash flow trends, forecasting, and variance reporting to support management decision-making. Identify and implement process improvements to reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and enhance liquidity.
• Control Procedures and Compliance Maintain and strengthen internal control procedures over revenue recognition, billing accuracy, and collections. Ensure adherence to accounting standards (IFRS / GAAP) and internal audit requirements. Support external and internal audit processes by preparing reconciliations and documentation.
• Dispute Resolution and Credit Management Lead investigations and resolution of complex customer billing disputes in coordination with Sales, Operations, and Legal teams. Assess customer creditworthiness and propose tailored credit solutions to mitigate risk. Monitor bad debt exposure and provide early warning indicators to management.
• Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary finance contact for revenue-related inquiries across multiple business units. Partner with commercial, operations, and FP&A teams to align on revenue forecasts, dispute management, and reporting accuracy. Present insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders on cash flow and AR performance.
• AR / AP and Reporting Controls Monitor and reconcile AR / AP ledgers, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Drive resolution of blocked and parked items through coordination with business partners and system owners. Support automation and process improvement initiatives to streamline AR / AP reporting.
• Revenue Reporting and Analytics Prepare and analyze detailed monthly and quarterly revenue reports. Provide trend analysis, variance explanations, and KPI dashboards (e.g., DSO, cash conversion, dispute rate). Support management in interpreting data to drive process efficiency and revenue growth.
• Quarter-End and Pre-Clearance Activities Lead quarter-end close tasks including reconciliations, journal entries, and revenue validation. Support pre-clearance review and sign-off processes, ensuring accuracy and completeness of reported figures. Partner with FP&A on variance analysis and revenue forecasting.

Key Skills and Competencies

Strong understanding of revenue accounting principles and working capital management. Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and advanced Excel / Power BI skills. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities. Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills. Process improvement mindset and ability to drive efficiency initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (professional qualification or part-qualified accountant preferred – e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA). 3–5 years of experience in revenue accounting, AR / AP management, or financial reporting roles. Demonstrated experience managing collections, disputes, and quarter-end processes. Experience working with large data sets and developing management reporting dashboards desirable.

Personal Attributes

Proactive and commercially minded. High level of ownership and accountability. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders. Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and data integrity. Continuous improvement mindset, open to change and innovation.