E-Card Reconciliation Clerk

Reference Number: SHO260309-23
Closing Date: 16 March 2026
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Brackenfell, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Category: Finance / Accounting

Job Purpose

The E-Card Reconciliation Clerk is responsible for accurately and timeously reconciling and settling all electronic card and wallet payment tender types (e-tenders).

The role supports store and customer queries related to electronic payment transactions while ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and reconciliation of settlements. The position reports to the Cash & Banking Manager.

Key Responsibilities

Reconciliation & Financial Processing

• Reconcile electronic card and wallet payment tender types (e-tenders) per store.

• Reconcile bank accounts related to e-tender settlements.

• Reconcile control accounts to ensure accuracy of debtor and creditor sub-ledgers.

• Investigate unreconciled transactions and resolve queries.

Transaction Management

• Process daily exceptions and escalate unresolved queries to external service providers.

• Verify the accuracy of external service provider invoices.

• Calculate and process monthly commission and rebate accounting entries.

Financial Control & Compliance

• Verify entries by comparing system reports with balances.

• Allocate credits and payments accurately to invoices.

• Maintain accurate financial records in line with company policies.

• Ensure compliance with PCI, FICA, and POPIA guidelines.

Stakeholder Communication

• Respond professionally to stakeholder queries via phone and email.

• Support internal teams and external partners regarding reconciliation issues.

Administration

• Ensure all daily, weekly, and monthly financial duties are completed on time.

• Perform ad-hoc administrative tasks when required.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Accounting certificate, diploma, or equivalent qualification (Essential).

Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance, administration, or similar role.

Knowledge & Skills

Essential:

• Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Excel).

• Understanding of corporate and retail business environments.

• Exposure to SAP accounting systems.

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of electronic payment processes.

• Transaction reconciliation experience.

• Internet banking processes.