Company: Ares Holdings
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Contract Type: Permanent
Date Posted: 05 September 2025
Closing Date: 19 September 2025
About the Company
Ares Holdings is a leading distributor of global lifestyle and fashion brands in South Africa, proudly managing well-known names such as Crocs, Birkenstock, and Jeep Apparel. With a reputation for excellence in the retail sector, the company continues to expand across the country while creating meaningful opportunities for career growth. Ares Holdings is more than just a retail business – it is a place where employees are encouraged to develop their professional skills while working in a culture of innovation, collaboration, and wellness.
The company prides itself on fostering a connected and inclusive culture, offering both career stability and personal growth. With access to employee wellness initiatives, professional development, and strong brand support, Ares Holdings ensures its team members are well-positioned for long-term success.
Role Overview
The Retail Controller plays a crucial role in managing the financial operations of retail stores, ensuring compliance with company policies, and driving profitability. The successful candidate will be responsible for reconciling financial data, handling queries, monitoring performance, and providing accurate reporting.
This role is best suited to someone with a strong background in bookkeeping, reconciliations, and retail accounting processes. The Retail Controller will also serve as a key link between store operations, finance teams, and senior management, ensuring financial accuracy across all transactions and promoting operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Data Capturing and Reconciliation
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Perform daily reconciliations of point-of-sale income against bank account receipts and CIT reports.
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Capture all cashbook receipts accurately and maintain up-to-date records.
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Complete store account reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
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Identify discrepancies and investigate variances to maintain compliance and accuracy.
Retail Control
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Ensure accurate reconciliation of retail sales and bank deposits for all stores.
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Resolve queries from physical stores and e-commerce platforms efficiently.
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Process customer refunds in a timely and professional manner.
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Liaise with CIT companies on deposit-related issues to ensure smooth financial operations.
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Follow up with banking institutions on refunds or discrepancies.
General Duties
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Address and resolve store queries related to financial operations.
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Communicate effectively with the Financial Manager and Financial Controller regarding issues and updates.
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Maintain accurate records through organized filing and documentation.
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Provide general office administration support to ensure smooth financial reporting.
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Ensure that financial capturing, reconciliation, and communication processes are completed accurately and on time.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following requirements:
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Certificate or Diploma in Bookkeeping or Finance.
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Minimum of 2 years’ experience in creditors and debtors reconciliations.
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Proven accounting experience with a solid understanding of retail financial operations.
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Prior experience with point-of-sale reconciliations will be an advantage.
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Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting and allocations.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
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Minimum 2 years’ experience on a well-known accounting package; experience with SAP Business One will be highly advantageous.
Skills and Competencies
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data management.
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Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
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Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
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Strong communication skills for liaising with store teams, finance staff, and management.
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Analytical thinking with a problem-solving approach.
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A proactive, reliable, and team-oriented work ethic.
What the Company Offers
Ares Holdings offers a competitive benefits package that goes beyond financial compensation. Employees enjoy a wide range of perks designed to support health, wellness, and work-life balance:
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Opportunity to work for a fast-growing retail distributor with globally recognized brands.
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Access to gym facilities, showers, and wellness programs.
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Personal trainer and yoga sessions to support employee fitness.
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Pension fund and medical aid with gap cover.
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Generous staff allocation valued at R10,000 per annum.
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Staff discount of 50% across all brands for employees and their families.
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Subsidized healthy lunch options.
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Company performance incentive scheme to reward outstanding contributions.
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Long-service recognition and incentives.
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Holistic Employee Wellness Programme with regular engagement initiatives.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Ares Holdings is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company encourages applications from individuals across all backgrounds, with selection based purely on skills, qualifications, and experience.
How to Apply
If you meet the requirements and are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Retail Controller at Ares Holdings, you are encouraged to apply before the closing date.
👉 Apply directly through the Ares Holdings Careers portal.
Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful.
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