Job Description

Cash & Banking Finance Analyst

Provide an effective and efficient service of the specific area within the complex Cash & Banking process, liaising with our branch network, at all levels, whilst ensuring that the provision of accurate and up to date information is given.

Principal Accountabilities

Fully own the production and distribution of high-volume balance sheet reconciliations and reports within agreed timelines. Maintain effective control and ownership of balance sheet ledger accounts in line with group policies. Identify and resolve erroneous balances with support from the Finance Controller. Accurately reconcile system and bank account balances, with full understanding of the data behind the numbers. Respond to all queries in a timely and professional manner. Prioritise and process payments totalling approximately 450m per month, including: BACS Cheque runs Foreign payments (via system and Bankline) Direct debits Ensure all payment runs meet agreed schedules, terms, authorisation protocols, and paperwork compliance. Act as the main point of contact for branch banking and customer cash queries. Serve as a business partner for all branches within your remit. Communicate report findings clearly and work with stakeholders to resolve issues. Support internal and external audit requests. Strive to meet and exceed operational targets. Monitor the quality of work delivered by the wider team. Ensure finance procedures and controls are consistently followed. Demonstrate strong customer focus by owning queries through to resolution. Escalate complex or out-of-scope issues appropriately. Collaborate effectively within the team and support a positive, cooperative work environment. Take initiative to resolve team challenges and build trust across the business. Apply a common-sense approach to problem-solving and identify actionable insights. Investigate issues thoroughly, escalating or resolving as appropriate.

What you'll need to have/be:

Experience of using spreadsheets Experience of being a team player Work on own initiative Organising & prioritising Problem solving Good communication Attention to detail and accuracy

What's in it for you?

Not Sure you Qualify? We're driving to become a truly inclusive employer, where everyone in our Group feels safe, welcome and confident to be their authentic selves - you be you, it makes us, us, as we say. If you're interested in this opportunity but your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be just the right candidate for this or other roles with us.

You'll be supported by some fantastic training and development and have the opportunity to learn, grow and develop across the Travis Perkins Group.

We'll also equip you with a benefits package that grows as you grow with the company:Competitive bonus Save-as-you-earn scheme Buy-as-you-earn scheme Contributory pension scheme Life assurance Colleague discount across a variety of Group businesses

A bit about us

As the largest distributor of building materials in the UK, Travis Perkins has been helping to build Britain for over 200 years.

With over 5 businesses, 16,000 colleagues and more than 1,200 branches, stores and sites around the UK we believe we have the best people and the best place to work. Everyone works hard together to deliver results, but most importantly, have some fun along the way!