Bank Reconciliations Advisor

We're looking for a Bank Reconciliations Advisor to join the Bank Reconciliations team within our wider Co-op Business Services (CBS) organisation. CBS is made up of a number of diverse teams dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable and cost-effective business services across our Co-op. In this role, you'll keep on top of bank reconciliations, and make sure we are accounting for everything correctly for our clients, customers and third-party investors. We'll look to you to resolve queries, build relationships with internal and external partners. It's a great opportunity for you to develop your skills as part of a busy team. What you'll do

• Work within a team of advisers and seniors to review and reconcile and allocate cash from multiple bank statements
• Support in the production of period end balance sheet reconciliations, analysing variances and making sure aged items are resolved
• Support in the production of query reports to colleagues, chasing up responses and acting on the information provided to resolve unreconciled bank transactions
• Make sure that financial integrity is maintained and that all reconciling items and adjustments are resolved within agreed deadlines
• Respond to queries via email, investigating issues and resolving them in a timely manner
• Assist in the production and review of process documentation and supporting with training
• Train new and existing team members, providing support and guidance
• Provide regular updates to team managers about any outstanding issues, and escalate problems where necessary
  
  Previous accountancy and reconciliations experience
• The ability to manage a large volume of transactions and understand complex processes
• Balance sheet preparation, reporting risks and opportunities
• A high level of attention to detail
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and some experience of using SAP
• Great communication skills
  
  At Co-op, we're owned by our members. And because we're owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a movement. We're an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we're powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you'll also receive:
• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Access to a subsidised onsite gym (at our Manchester HQ)
• 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
• Stream - early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
• 24/7 colleague support service
• Training and support for your development and career progression
• Cycle-to-work scheme
A place you'll belong We're building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.