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ROLE PROFILE: BANK RECONCILIATION ASSISTANT – Ruislip
Monday to Friday 9-5.30
I am recruiting for a Bank Reconciliation Assistant for a well established / growing company to support the Finance Team in developing a strong and seamless relationship between Finance and all parts of the business.
Adopt a flexible approach to duties and time in order to help the finance department achieve its main goals and objectives including the creation of a positive working environment within the finance office.
- Cash Flow Management: Monitor and report group bank balances, perform HSBC liquidity transfers, and ensure funds are available for payments.
- Reconciliation: Perform daily, weekly, and monthly reconciliations, including cashmasters, bank transactions, credit cards, petty cash, VAT, and related balance sheet reconciliations.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare weekly sales reports, month-end bank balances, and annual bank statements for audit purposes.
- Transaction Management: Post transactions in Sage (e.g., transfers, payments, rental income, and journals) and manage intercompany transactions.
- Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve discrepancies in cash shortages, G4S/Vaultex queries, and other banking matters.
- Supplier and Payment Management: Process payment transfers, manage cheques, and obtain quotes for banking and loan-related matters.
- Ad-Hoc Support: Assist with bank account setup, responding to queries, and updating schedules for HSBC and loans.
Skills and Knowledge required
- A solid understanding of general bookkeeping principles, including the purpose of bank reconciliation reporting.
- Experience working in high-volume, high-value, multi-bank account environments.
- IT literate, with advanced Excel skills and proficiency in financial software such as Sage.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and reconciliations.
- High level of self-motivation and drive, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
                   Flexibility to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.  Â
