Cashbook Assistant

This role is all about reconciliation and bank statement processing, ensuring the accurate and timely administration/completion of the process in line with company policies and procedures.

Being able to act responsibly and work confidentially are essential requirements for this role and the successful applicant will need to be able to work effectively both independently and in a team

·      Daily monitoring of all bank accounts and creation of bank payments and transfers ready for approval.

·      Preparation of Daily Banking Report to report bank balances and cashflow forecast to Senior Management.

·      Preparing daily bank journals to ensure that all bank account entries are accurately posted in a timely manner.

·      Issuing periodic bank downloads and liaising with Business areas to clear unknown items.

·      Management of the Retail shop encashment process, liaising with Area Teams and shop staff to ensure all requests are properly authorised and processed.

·      Liaising with the relevant Bank to organise cash passes to allow staff to collect funds for Floats / large customer payouts when required.

·      Maintaining the Bank Mandates for the shops bank accounts, ensuring this kept up to date with timely removal of staff that have left the business.

·    Liaising with Shops to ensure that all shops have the correct banking stationery, (Paying-In Books, Change Cards and Cheques) to support Retail Cash Management processes.

·      Daily management of the Cashiers mailbox to ensure that all payment requests (inc cheques) are promptly and accurately actioned.

·      Completion of monthly bank reconciliations for designated bank accounts, using Aurum Reconciliation software and maintaining proper back up records.

·      Ensure any receipts received are recorded and banked on a timely basis.

·      Organise and maintain Direct Debits and Standing Orders

·      Assistance in audits (internal/external) providing information requested in timely manner.

·      Point of contact for all bank queries

·      Ad hoc duties as required

·      Good team working ethic.

·      Attention to detail

·      Excellent organisational and communication skills.

·      Possess a high level of Excel and MS Office skills

·      Honest, discreet and trustworthy

·  Working under pressure. 

Be Rewarded:

• Earn Extra Rewards: Unlock bonuses and incentives to enhance your income.
• Secure Your Future: Build a nest egg with monthly pension contribution, helping you prepare for the future.
• Family Support: Access enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay to help you prepare for new additions to your family.
• Refer and Earn: Cash-in on our 'Refer a Friend' programme – we're always looking for exceptional individuals like you!
• Peace of Mind: Benefit from a death in service benefit, though we hope you'll never need it.
• Save Smart: Enjoy discounts and cashback offers from a diverse range of high-street and online retailers, saving on everyday essentials and indulgences.

Get Recognised:

• Celebrate Longevity: Join our long-service recognition programme, honouring the dedication of our loyal team members throughout their careers.
• Peer and Manager Acknowledgment: Recognise and be recognised for your achievements, earning points redeemable with over 700 global retailers.
• Life's Milestones: Receive a gift to celebrate the birth of a baby, adoptions, and weddings, along with an extra day off for your wedding day.

Feel Valued:

• Always Accessible Healthcare: Benefit from a 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family, ensuring prompt health answers that fit your schedule.
• Prioritise Mental Wellbeing: Utilise an independent service to identify and receive mental health support, including face-to-face counselling and self-help resources.
• Financial Wellbeing: Optimise your budget with our financial wellbeing package, offering real-time earnings tracking and early access to earned pay to help support you with unexpected bills.
• Savings Made Easy: Set up salary-based savings and earn a 5% boost through our savings scheme.
• Personalised Financial Guidance: Access one-on-one support from an independent Financial Coach.
• Comprehensive Assistance: Confidentially address life challenges through our Employee Assistance Programme, covering childcare, family matters, relationships, addiction, legal issues, financial concerns and more.
• Holistic Wellbeing Tools: Explore a wide range of resources for physical, mental, nutritional, and financial wellbeing through our Wellbeing App.
• Eye Care Benefits: Enjoy complimentary eye tests and contributions towards single lens prescriptions for VDU users.