Payments and Banking Finance Team Leader

We are partnering exclusively with a prestigious client to fill the role of Team Leader for their Banking Operations team. The successful candidate will lead the Head Office Banking team in processing a substantial volume of payments annually, overseeing numerous bank accounts. This role demands meticulous attention to detail, ensuring timely and accurate bank reconciliations while upholding confidentiality and compliance standards.

Responsibilities:

• Guide and oversee a team to ensure the precise and punctual processing of payments and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain the integrity of the company's cash books by adhering to policies and meticulously reconciling bank statements.
• Enforce strict security protocols for the handling of cash and cheques.
• Manage the processing and approval of payments across various platforms and banking institutions.
• Investigate and elevate queries and issues, liaising both internally and externally.
• Lead the charge on month-end reconciliations, actively seeking out opportunities for process optimisation.
• Prepare and authorise various payment types, such as Bacs, Faster Payments, and Priority payments.
• Ensure departmental authorisation of payments aligns seamlessly with company policy.
• Efficiently manage payment processing to ensure accuracy and meet crucial deadlines.
• Handle cheque processing and redirect payments related to invoices to the appropriate department.
• Register high-value payments with the Treasury Department and skillfully manage exchange rate requirements.

Behavioural Competencies:

• The ideal candidate will demonstrate high motivation, coupled with a professional demeanour, capable of thriving under pressure.
• Exhibit proficiency in stakeholder management, effectively engaging with senior management.
• Possess a genuine enthusiasm for embracing change and driving forward development initiatives.
• Showcase a flexible team-player attitude with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

Skills:

• Possess meticulous attention to detail paired with strong analytical and numerical abilities.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Display adaptability to evolving circumstances and a willingness to embrace new challenges.
• Showcase proficiency in Excel and a proven track record in high-volume banking operations or treasury management.
• Bring familiarity with multi-currency banking and accounting operations.

This exclusive partnership presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

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