Accounts Recon Clerk

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Recon Clerk to join our finance team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing daily and monthly reconciliations, assisting with producer payments, and supporting operational and statutory reporting across all business units.

This role requires strong Excel skills, a solid understanding of financial processes, and the ability to work accurately under tight deadlines.

POSITION INFO:
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:
  
  • Compiling payment documentation for daily bank imports
  • 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

• Matric or equivalent
• Bookkeeping Diploma or similar qualification essential
• 3–5 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