Join Copart UK Ltd as a Banking Manager - Lead, Innovate, and Grow Your Career with Us!
Are you a commercially focused finance professional with strong leadership skills? Do you thrive in an environment where your attention to detail and ability to manage key relationships are valued?
Copart UK is looking for a talented Banking Manager to join our dynamic Finance team at our Head Office in Wootton, Bedfordshire, MK43 9EJ. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a vital role within a growing, innovative company.
As our Banking Manager, you'll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring the smooth and efficient management of all UK and Irish banking functions. Your ability to lead, analyse, and provide actionable insights will directly impact the financial success of the business. If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your career while driving performance and efficiency, this could be the perfect fit for you!
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead & Supervise: Manage a talented team of 4 direct reports while fostering their development and enhancing team performance.
* Bank Account Oversight: Take charge of multiple bank accounts, ensuring timely and accurate reconciliations.
* Discrepancy Resolution: Quickly resolve any discrepancies that arise, minimising exceptional items at Month-End.
* Process Improvement: Continuously review and improve procedures, making recommendations to streamline and enhance efficiency across the team.
* Cash Flow & Liquidity: Play a key role in managing cash flow to ensure the company maintains optimal liquidity.
* Relationship Management: Build and nurture strong relationships with banking providers, including overseeing credit card and cash collection services.
* Compliance Excellence: Ensure Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls are adhered to, preparing supporting evidence for audits.
What We're Looking For:
Essential Skills:
* Part-Qualified Accountant (ACT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA)
* Advanced Excel Skills: Experienced of pivot tables and Excel functions (VLOOKUPS, INDEX, MATCH, etc.)
* Leadership Experience: Proven experience in supervising and mentoring a team.
* Attention to Detail: An eye for accuracy and a passion for ensuring everything is in place.
* Communication Skills: Comfortable collaborating with people across all levels of the business.
* Organisational Skills: Ability to plan, coordinate, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Skills:
* Experience with JD Edwards system
* Familiarity with online banking
Why Copart UK Ltd?
* Exciting Growth: Be part of a rapidly expanding, forward-thinking company with plenty of opportunities for career advancement.
* Innovative Environment: We embrace new ideas, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to make an impact.
* Collaborative Culture: Work alongside driven, talented individuals who thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere.
* Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a range of benefits that support your well-being and personal growth.
What we offer you in return:
* Time For You: Relax with 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and an extra day for a personal special occasion.
* Give Back: Receive a paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice.
* Health & Wellness: Health & Wellness: Healthcare Cash Plan, allowing you to claim cash back on a range of healthcare products and services including dental, optical, chiropody, and specialist consultations, tests, and scans and Virtual GP access.
* Appreciating You & Others: Celebrate special moments with access to our Recognition Hub and E-card collection.
* Your Future: Join our contributory workplace pension scheme for financial security.
* Investment: Purchase shares in our global company at a discounted rate.
* Fitness & Health: Save money while commuting with our Cycle to Work Scheme and access fitness videos and gym discounts.
* Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with our life insurance coverage.
* Exclusive Discounts: Access our deals hub for savings on everyday purchases and family activities.
* Goal Support: Use tools like Mortgage Advice, Life Coaching, and our Money Hub to achieve your goals.
Copart are an equal opportunity employer, proudly hiring a diverse workforce. Discrimination is expressly forbidden and we therefore kindly welcome all applications.