Operations Analyst / Reconciliation Analyst

Description:

Job Title: Operations Analyst / Reconciliation Analyst

Duration: 5 Months

Location: Manchester / Hybrid (4 days per week in the office)

Salary: £20.81 per hour PAYE

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

About the Opportunity

Are you an analytical professional with experience in Financial Services Operations, Reconciliations, Finance, or Investment Administration?

Our client, a leading global banking organisation, is seeking a detail-oriented Operations Analyst to join their Manchester-based team on a 5-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience investigating discrepancies, managing financial data, and ensuring operational accuracy within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Investigate and resolve exceptions and discrepancies within operational processes
Perform reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial records and transactions
Review, validate and maintain data across multiple systems
Support the processing of financial events and transactions
Monitor deadlines and ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales
Respond to internal and external queries, escalating issues where appropriate
Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to operational efficiencyAbout You

We're looking for candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

Reconciliations
Financial Services Operations
Finance or Accounting Administration
Investment Operations
Asset Servicing
Settlements
Fund Administration
Banking OperationsYou will also demonstrate:

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail
Experience working with large volumes of data
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and MS Office
The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a regulated environmentPrevious Corporate Actions experience is beneficial but not essential, as transferable financial services operations experience will also be considered.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience within a global banking organisation, develop your operational expertise, and work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please submit an up-to-date CV.

Please note that if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours, your application may not have been successful on this occasion. However, we may keep your details on file for future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

Pontoon is an equal opportunities employer and an employment consultancy.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention