Operations Officer - Reconciliation (15 months FTC)

Bruin; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bruin is looking for an experienced Operations Officer - Reconciliations to join their Operations team in the UK. The role involves daily reconciliation of cash, stock, and custody accounts, ensuring financial accuracy across jurisdictions.

Successful candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in wealth management or banking operations, along with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. This position offers opportunities for professional development and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in wealth management, banking operations, or financial services.
• Experience with cash, stock, and asset reconciliations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliations of cash, stock, and custody assets.
• Investigate and resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
• Complete and maintain external bank reconciliations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Job description

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Operations Officer - Reconciliations to join our clients Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a background in wealth management or banking operations to play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial records across UK and international jurisdictions.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily reconciliation of cash, stock, and custody accounts, investigating discrepancies, supporting regulatory requirements, and contributing to ongoing process improvements. You will work closely with colleagues across the business, external institutions, and third-party providers to ensure reconciliations are completed accurately and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliations of cash, stock, and safe custody assets across UK and international entities.
• Investigate, resolve, and escalate reconciliation breaks and discrepancies as required.
• Complete and maintain external bank reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurately balanced.
• Monitor and clear outstanding reconciliation items in collaboration with relevant business areas.
• Reconcile stamp duty transactions and recover any overpayments where applicable.
• Support the maintenance of robust operational controls and reporting processes.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests and documentation.
• Review and update departmental procedures and process documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve reconciliation processes and support the implementation of operational enhancements.
• Maintain and develop industry knowledge through ongoing professional development.

About You

• A minimum of 2 years' experience within wealth management, banking operations, or financial services.
• Experience working with cash, stock, and asset reconciliations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.