Accountant

Duties and responsibilities: End-to-End Reconciliation : Own and manage the full reconciliation lifecycle for event-related payment flows, including ticketing and cashless systems. Event Settlement : Oversee and validate the settlement process with event organizers. Confirm fund flows, reconcile commissions & fees, and payouts to ensure accurate disbursements and realizing of total revenue. Treasury and Banking : Lead daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliation processes between the payment platform, bank accounts, and third-party payment gateways. Cash Management : Supervise event cash management, including onsite recons and being the point-of-contact for cash teams over weekends. Provide training and troubleshooting issues in real time. Systems and Controls : Collaborate with internal product and engineering teams to automate reconciliation and reporting tools. Improve existing systems and contribute to the rebuilding of the treasury framework. Audit and SOP Compliance : Maintain and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for reconciliation, audit trails, settlement protocols, and reporting. Cross-functional Communication : Serve as a financial liaison in event escalations. Report back to Customer Success and Executive teams regarding any event related queries. Commercial Contribution : Provide input into the commercials of the events by: Reviewing quoting structures to ensure cost recovery. Monitoring and improving margin performance on events. Requirements: Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related field. CIMA/SAIPA/SAICA articles advantageous. 35 years of experience in financial operations or financial analysis roles, preferably in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. Experience in the events, fintech, SaaS, or payment processing industries is a bonus. High proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, with experience in building automated reconciliation processes. Comfortable using or adapting to financial systems, CRMs, or ERP platform Proven experience in building, implementing, or improving financial systems, whether through automation, system integrations, or process enhancements.

Location: Johannnesburg, ZA

Posted Date: 8/2/2025