Treasury Accountant

University of Fort Hare; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Datacentrix is seeking an experienced Treasury Accountant to join our finance team and take responsibility for treasury accounting, cash management, foreign exchange transactions, reconciliations and financial reporting across the Group.

You must have experience maintaining and updating a minimum of 10 cashbooks daily, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Strong attention to detail and compliance with policies are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Treasury Accountant.
• Experience maintaining and updating at least 10 cashbooks daily.
• Proficiency in processing cash movements, bank transactions, loans, deposits, interest and FX.
• Strong accuracy, integrity and adherence to internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Group treasury activities, including cash movements, bank transactions, loans, deposits, interest, and related items.
• Perform and review daily bank reconciliations and maintain a minimum of 10 cashbooks.
• Support and account for foreign exchange transactions and assist cash-flow forecasting.
• Record, reconcile and report treasury transactions in line with policies and controls.
• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations, resolving variances.
• Support month-end close and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Capture and review financial entries and assist with performance reporting.
• Ensure compliance with treasury policies and internal controls; identify discrepancies.

Skills

Cash management

Bank reconciliations

Foreign exchange

Financial reporting

Education

Matric/Grade 12 & relevant tertiary qualification

Job description

Datacentrix is seeking an experienced Treasury Accountant to join our finance team and take responsibility for treasury accounting, cash management, foreign exchange transactions, reconciliations and financial reporting across the Group. You must have experience in maintaining and updating a minimum of 10 cashbooks on a daily basis, ensuring accuracy and completeness. You must have experience in processing and accounting for cash movements, bank transactions, loans, deposits, interest, foreign exchange transactions and other treasury-related activities.

Requirements

• Matric\Grade 12 & relevant tertiary qualification
• 3+ years working experience as a Treasury Accountant
• Up to date accounting experience and Foreign exchange transactions.
• Strong experience in bank account reconciliations across multiple entities.
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing monthly balance sheet and General Ledger reconciliations.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict month-end deadlines.
• Good understanding of treasury and accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Strong ability to identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies and reconciling items.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and compliance awareness.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with Group finance and treasury teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Group treasury activities, including cash movements, bank transactions, loans, deposits, interest, and other treasury-related transactions.
• Perform and review daily bank reconciliations and maintain a minimum of 10 cashbooks, ensuring accurate and timely updates.
• Support and account for foreign exchange transactions and contribute to Group cash flow forecasting.
• Ensure accurate recording, reconciliation, and reporting of all treasury transactions in line with Group policies and controls.
• Prepare and review monthly balance sheet and General Ledger reconciliations, resolving variances and reconciling items within agreed timelines.
• Support the month-end close process and ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial and management reporting.
• Capture and review financial entries and support the analysis and reporting of financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with Group treasury and accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Identify and elevate financial risks, control issues, unusual transactions, and discrepancies where appropriate.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail across all treasury and accounting activities.
• Perform ad hoc treasury and accounting activities and support process improvements as required.