Reconciler Officer

Job Description

Absa Group is hiring a Reconciler Officer to perform account balance reconciliations and substantiations in adherence to policy. The role ensures accurate documentation and resolution of reconciling items, supports remediation activities, and maintains a clear audit trail for all reconciliation processes. The position involves regular communication with reviewers, cost centre owners, and senior management.

Requirements

• Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC) in Financial Sciences
• Ability to perform and document balance reconciliations in line with policy
• Strong attention to detail and investigative skills for resolving discrepancies
• Understanding of reconciliation standards and journal policies
• Capability to escalate issues appropriately and follow audit procedures
• Willingness to complete relevant training programs
• Proficient in preparing supporting documentation for reviewers
• Ability to communicate reconciliation updates to relevant stakeholders
• Familiarity with ageing exception items and remediation tracking

Responsibilities

• Perform account balance reconciliation and substantiation
• Identify, document, and resolve reconciling items promptly
• Maintain audit trails and evidence for all reconciliations
• Escalate unresolved balances or issues to relevant parties
• Report Identified Account Reconciliations (IARs) and Balance Not Reconciled (BNRs)
• Support remediation plans with cost centre owners and reviewers
• Inform stakeholders of reassignment changes
• Ensure journals comply with policy standards
• Provide handoff documentation as agreed with supervisors
• Complete required training modules