Revenue Reconciliation Clerk - ZR_2592_JOB

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Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented Revenue Reconciliation Clerk for a permanent opportunity in the Plattekloof. This role is ideal for a numerically strong individual who enjoys working with financial data, investigating discrepancies and keeping records accurate. Perform daily revenue and banking reconciliations. Reconcile point-of-sale (POS) sales against bank statements, cash deposits and card settlement reports. Capture, verify and maintain accurate financial data on internal systems and Excel spreadsheets. Use Excel functions, particularly VLOOKUP, to match transaction data, compare records and identify discrepancies. Investigate and follow up on missing transactions, incorrect amounts and outstanding reconciling items. Assist with identifying cash shortages, settlement discrepancies and potential revenue losses. Maintain organised supporting documentation and reconciliation records for audit purposes. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reconciliation reports. Liaise with internal departments and relevant service providers to resolve queries. Ensure all reconciliations are completed accurately and within the required deadlines. Assist with general finance administration as required. Requirements Grade 12 (Matric) is essential. A certificate or diploma in Accounting, Finance or Bookkeeping will be advantageous. Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in reconciliations, finance administration, bookkeeping or a similar role. Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential, particularly VLOOKUP. Experience working with large spreadsheets and comparing data across multiple reports. Basic understanding of banking, cash-ups, financial transactions and reconciliations. Experience with accounting or ERP systems will be advantageous. Retail, restaurant, FMCG or multi-site business experience will be beneficial. Required Skills and Competencies Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, filtering, sorting and working with formulas. Excellent numerical and analytical abilities. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to identify discrepancies and investigate variances. Good organisational and time-management skills. Ability to meet daily deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving skills. Good written and verbal communication skills. High level of integrity and accountability. Ability to work independently and as part of a finance team.