Gauteng: Revenue Controller posted by Recruit-It

About the Role:
As Revenue Controller, you will be responsible for end-to-end revenue management from ensuring the accuracy and integrity of revenue data, through to producing insightful reports that drive strategic decision-making. Working closely with Commercial, and Operations teams, you’ll be at the heart of how the business understands and maximises its revenue performance.
 
Key responsibilities:

• Process and manage invoicing, credit notes, and journal entries with accuracy and in line with company policy
• Own the monthly revenue close process, ensuring accuracy and completeness across all revenue streams
• Prepare and deliver detailed revenue reports and variance analyses for senior stakeholders
• Maintain and strengthen revenue recognition policies in line with IFRS 15 / applicable accounting standards
• Collaborate closely with the Commercial and Receivables teams to verify deal structures, billing arrangements, and address any client queries.
• Identify and investigate revenue leakage, billing discrepancies, and control weaknesses
• Support the development and maintenance of revenue models and dashboards
• Assist with external and internal audit processes and respond to revenue-related queries
• Drive continuous improvement of revenue controls, processes, and systems
• Lead and implement drive automation initiatives across revenue workflows, including automated invoicing, reconciliation, and reporting pipelines to reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency
• Uphold and monitor data integrity across all revenue-related systems, implementing validation controls, reconciliation checks, and escalation protocols to ensure consistency and reliability of financial data across ERP, billing, and reporting platforms

 
Requirements:

• +/-5 years of experience in a revenue accounting, controlling and accounting role
• Experience in the telecoms, technology, or subscription-based industry is advantageous
• Strong proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP/billing systems Sage 300
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated understanding of data integrity principles within financial systems, including experience designing or enforcing controls that ensure data accuracy, completeness, and auditability across ERP, billing, and reporting tools
• Experience with or strong interest in drive automation tools and workflow automation