Finance Operations Team Leader

• Perform bank reconciliations for the General Bank account (income), investigating and resolving discrepancies within agreed timescales
• Responsible for the income processing function using the Access Income Management System (AIM) to ensure records are correct and maximizing efficiencies and automation
• Process cheques (and other income) when required
• Liaise with services within the Council to ensure AIM system is being used correctly and meeting needs as well as providing any training that may be required
• Identifying ways to improve the bank reconciliation process to reduce discrepancies requiring adjustment
• Supervise and direct work for members of the Finance Operations Team and supporting the Finance Operations Manager to address any issues
• Support the Finance Operations Manager to identify opportunities to improve ways of working
• Deputise for the Finance Operations Manager at management meetings when required

• Proven experience of providing complex bank reconciliations for high volume and wide-ranging income processes
• Proven experience of operating income processing systems
• Previous Local Government experience is preferred, but not essential
• You will be able to work both independently and collaboratively, with great self-organisation skills and demonstrate excellent attention to detail
• You will work well as part of a team, with a flexible and a positive attitude, and the ability to prioritise to meet deadlines
• You will have experience of developing working relationships and have strong verbal and written communication skills to share information about financial matters effectively

Previous Local Government experience

• Competitive annual leave
• Contribution towards the LGPS pension scheme
• Access to a range of discounts including local and high street stores
• Salary sacrifice schemes including a cycle lease scheme
• ‘Better’ leisure centre membership