L&P Reconciliations Team Leader

Summary of the role

We are seeking a skilled Reconciliations Team Manager to join our Finance Operations team. In this role, you will ensure the integrity and compliance of our financial records by overseeing payment, receipt, and distribution processes. You'll play a vital part in maintaining financial accuracy and regulatory adherence, leading a dedicated team, and directly impacting your team's commitment to operational excellence.

What you'll be doing:

• Financial reconciliation: Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial
  records and transactions within the organisation
• Financial processing: process payments, receipts and distributions as well as identify and resolve any discrepancies or errors in financial records
• Client Liaison: Serve as the primary point of contact for financial operations, providing clear, effective communication with clients to address inquiries and maintain strong relationships
• Management Information (MI) Reporting: Oversee the preparation and maintenance of daily MI to support financial transparency and reporting accuracy.
• Team Leadership: Lead, manage, and develop the Reconciliation team, ensuring timely completion of all daily and monthly reconciliations for bank accounts.
• Performance Oversight: Conduct regular one-to-one meetings, set goals, and provide training to support team development and adherence to quality standards.

What we're looking for:

• Background: Part qualified accountant or qualified by experience
• Industry: Previous financial services experience is desirable but not essential
• Financial Expertise: Solid background in reconciliation and financial/accounting roles, with a understanding of financial processes.
• Leadership Skills: Proven experience in team management, with a focus on coaching, performance monitoring, and motivating team members.
• Communication and Stakeholder Management: Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Attention to Detail: Highly organised and detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy and quality in financial reporting and team output.