Bank Reconciliation Accountant – Cash Audits & Reporting

About the role

The Bank Reconciliation Accountant ensures the accuracy of the company’s cash balance by performing regular cash audits and daily bank reconciliations. This role supports the finance team with timely reporting and helps maintain strong internal controls over cash handling and banking activities.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct periodic cash audits to verify physical cash balances against accounting records.
• Audit cash transactions across all departments, ensuring accurate recording of receipts and disbursements.
• Review and assess internal controls related to cash handling and reporting.
• Investigate discrepancies identified during audits and report findings to the Accounting Manager.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations to match company records with bank statements.
• Record all cash‑related transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and bank charges, in a timely manner.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between the books and bank statements, escalating unresolved issues as needed.
• Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly cash reconciliation reports.
• Maintain detailed documentation of audits, reconciliations, and investigations for audit trails and regulatory compliance.
• Support compliance with internal control policies and relevant financial regulations.

Required profile

• Strong knowledge of cash handling procedures and bank reconciliation processes.
• Ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies with accuracy.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Effective communication with internal departments and external parties.
• Experience preparing audit and reconciliation reports.

Required skills