Truworths is a market-leading fashion apparel retailer in South Africa offering internationally inspired clothing and footwear for ladies, men, teenagers and kids across a diversified portfolio of its own exclusive brands.
We are looking for a detail orientated team player who is deadline-driven, solutions focused, able to work under pressure, communicate effectively and maintain a positive mindset. The Finance Clerk: Banking plays a critical role in the finance team to ensure we limit the risk of cash loss, account for all cash and card transactions on a timely basis and keep operations running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Banking Supervisor, the primary responsibility is to reconcile company bank and GL accounts and reporting all discrepancies;
Ensure the correct documentation is collected from stores with regards to discrepancies;
Incorporate new business developments into the daily reconciliation process (new stores, new bank accounts, and new acquisitions);
Liaise with local and foreign banks regarding charges and cash banking queries.Qualifications and Experience Matric plus solid work experience;
Post-matric qualifications would be advantageous;
Experience in a fast-paced and dynamic finance retail environment;
Experience in general finance processes including, inter alia, bank reconciliations, foreign currency translation and conversion, bank card queries, resolving bank discrepancies etc;
Experience within a team dynamic would be advantageous
Competencies
Reconciliation of bank accounts across multiple organisations;
Very strong computer skills: Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word), Oracle Financials, Business Online, new Business Online (Africa) and an appropriate bank reconciliation system;
Ability to interact confidently with superiors and customers;
Ability to liaise effectively with local and foreign banking institutions and regulators;
Ability to handle and resolve client queries accurately and timeously;
Ability to co-ordinate and complete banking month-end functions;
Ability to work as part of team;
Prioritize work appropriately;
Ability to meet tight deadlines/work under pressure;
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