Cash and Bank Analyst

Job Description

Cash and Bank Analyst | Funeralcare Finance

Rullion is looking for a precision-oriented Cash and Bank Analyst to join a household name in the Funeralcare sector. This is a high-volume, 6-week contract role based in Manchester City Centre, offering an immediate start for a specialist who excels in untangling complex reconciliation issues.

In this role, you aren’t just processing numbers; you are a financial detective. You will control and reconcile cash transactions for the Funeralcare division, identifying risks and supporting process improvements. You will be a key resource for the Cash and Banking Manager, helping to steer the division toward more efficient, future-focused financial operations.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Complex Reconciliations: Manage high-volume balance sheet reconciliations and develop robust reports to resolve outstanding queries.

• Process Enhancement: Identify inefficiencies in current workflows and implement continuous improvements to prevent recurring discrepancies.

• Specialist Training: Develop high-quality training assets, including written guides and video tutorials, to upskill the wider finance team.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with the Funeralcare Finance administration team to streamline operations and ensure data integrity.

• Project & Change Support: Provide subject matter expertise (SME) during system rollouts (e.g., SAP or D365) and support business-wide change initiatives.

• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify and escalate financial risks to stakeholders, proposing viable solutions to maintain the bank’s “Fortress Balance Sheet” standards.

Required Skills & Capabilities

• Experience: Proven track record of handling large transaction volumes and complex financial processes.

• Technical Mastery: Advanced Excel skills are non-negotiable. Proficiency in SAP or Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) is highly desirable.

• Qualification: Ideally AAT qualified or currently studying towards it.

• Communication: Ability to distill complex financial issues into clear, actionable advice for both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Attention to Detail: An uncompromising focus on accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

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Why Apply for This Contract?

While this is a short-term 6-week engagement, it offers a high-intensity environment to showcase your expertise in a niche sector.

• Weekly Pay: Consistent cash flow at a competitive hourly rate (£18/hr).

• High Visibility: Report directly to the Cash and Banking Manager and influence team-wide training standards.

• Resume Impact: Gain experience with a major UK brand during a period of project-based change.