Settlements Manager
- Recruiter
- Michael Page International Rec Ltd
- Location
- Leeds
- Salary
- 30000.00 - 40000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 18 Apr 2017
- Closes
- 26 Apr 2017
- Sectors
- Banking & Financial Services
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
* Lead 4 Settlement Analysts and 1 Team Leader
* Ensure all disbursements are processed in accordance with defined processes and controls
* To manage the team to ensure deliverable are consistently delivered
* Maintain a robust Risk and Control Register
Client Details
One of the UK's largest issuers of credit cards.
Description
* Lead 4 Settlement Analysts and 1 Team Leader
* Ensure all disbursments are processed in accordance with defined processes and controls
* To manage the team to ensure deliverables are consistently delivered
* Maintain a robust Risk and Control Register for Settlements and Banking functions
* Banking administration SME
Key Accountabilities
* Full ownerhip and accountability of Settlments activities
* Ensure no gaps in service within the Settlements team
* Ensure settlements are actioned right first time
* Ensure related documentation, such as process notes, RCR's and policy is current and fit for purpose
* Evaluate, recommend implement continuos improvements to processes and procedures
* Ensure new retailers/partners/products are set up according to contract requirements
* Be the primary point of contact in respect of daily settlement issues
* Ensure team members are fully trained on all aspects of banking and are update to date with current processes
* Banking administrator for all banking facilities
* Support banking initiatives and programmes
Additional Responsibilities
* Support the wider team as required
* Support Senior Manager, Disbursements Finance and Head of Financial Operations as required.
Profile
* Good understanding of accounting principles.
* 3 year + experience of processing settlements and proven accurate track record.
* Demonstrates adherence to relevant regulations & company policies
* Strong numerical and analytical skills with commitment to high standards and attention to detail.
* Ability to follow process flows and ensure correct outcomes
* Proficient use of excel
* Good interpersonal skills to develop cross functional relationships with Operations and also with external clients
* Team player
Desirable
* Knowledge of online banking and clearing bank processes.
Personal Attributes
* Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with a wide group within the business, building a level of mutual trust and respect, which can be used to influence and agree process improvements.
* Is driven to take accountability for actions and remains responsible for assigned Settlements and Disbursements tasks.
* Takes accountability and leads team to an effective resolution of aged items and issues
* Stretches themselves to deliver on commitments
* Ability to "look outside the box" to find a way to resolve issues and streamline processes
* Communicates in an open & honest manner, providing and accepting feedback as a way of improving performance
* Always displays attention to detail in all aspects of role
Job Offer
Excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced and growing business.
* Ensure all disbursements are processed in accordance with defined processes and controls
* To manage the team to ensure deliverable are consistently delivered
* Maintain a robust Risk and Control Register
Client Details
One of the UK's largest issuers of credit cards.
Description
* Lead 4 Settlement Analysts and 1 Team Leader
* Ensure all disbursments are processed in accordance with defined processes and controls
* To manage the team to ensure deliverables are consistently delivered
* Maintain a robust Risk and Control Register for Settlements and Banking functions
* Banking administration SME
Key Accountabilities
* Full ownerhip and accountability of Settlments activities
* Ensure no gaps in service within the Settlements team
* Ensure settlements are actioned right first time
* Ensure related documentation, such as process notes, RCR's and policy is current and fit for purpose
* Evaluate, recommend implement continuos improvements to processes and procedures
* Ensure new retailers/partners/products are set up according to contract requirements
* Be the primary point of contact in respect of daily settlement issues
* Ensure team members are fully trained on all aspects of banking and are update to date with current processes
* Banking administrator for all banking facilities
* Support banking initiatives and programmes
Additional Responsibilities
* Support the wider team as required
* Support Senior Manager, Disbursements Finance and Head of Financial Operations as required.
Profile
* Good understanding of accounting principles.
* 3 year + experience of processing settlements and proven accurate track record.
* Demonstrates adherence to relevant regulations & company policies
* Strong numerical and analytical skills with commitment to high standards and attention to detail.
* Ability to follow process flows and ensure correct outcomes
* Proficient use of excel
* Good interpersonal skills to develop cross functional relationships with Operations and also with external clients
* Team player
Desirable
* Knowledge of online banking and clearing bank processes.
Personal Attributes
* Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships with a wide group within the business, building a level of mutual trust and respect, which can be used to influence and agree process improvements.
* Is driven to take accountability for actions and remains responsible for assigned Settlements and Disbursements tasks.
* Takes accountability and leads team to an effective resolution of aged items and issues
* Stretches themselves to deliver on commitments
* Ability to "look outside the box" to find a way to resolve issues and streamline processes
* Communicates in an open & honest manner, providing and accepting feedback as a way of improving performance
* Always displays attention to detail in all aspects of role
Job Offer
Excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced and growing business.