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Reconciliations & Collateral Analyst

Pontoon
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Manchester, Greater Manchester M24WU, England

Salary

£30,000 - £36,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Join a dynamic Treasury team in Manchester, managing daily cash reconciliations and supporting trade settlements with a salary of competitive pay for commitment and reliability.
  • The role requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in cash reconciliations and strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas and data manipulation.
  • Candidates should possess solid accounting or finance knowledge and a high numerical aptitude, with an innovative and adaptable mindset.
  • This is a maternity cover position with limited training, requiring someone who can hit the ground running and is comfortable with a demanding schedule and tight deadlines.
  • The role offers potential for permanent employment and exposure to core Treasury operations, with 4 days onsite and 1 day flexible work arrangement.
About the Role

Join a dynamic Treasury team in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and deadlines matter. This role involves managing daily cash reconciliations, maintaining client cash flows, and supporting trade settlements. You'll work closely with the Client Service Manager and gain exposure to core Treasury operations, with the potential to transition from temporary to permanent employment.

Location: Manchester (4 days onsite, 1 day flexible)

Interview: One round, remote
Schedule: Not standard 9-5, overtime required



Role Overview

This role sits within the SLO/CDO (Collateral Loan Obligations) department, managing a portfolio of deals under an umbrella structure. It involves complex operational work requiring strong analytical and technical skills, with a focus on cash reconciliations and data accuracy.



Core Requirements (Essential)

  • Minimum 1 year experience in cash reconciliations
  • Strong Excel skills (advanced formulas, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP)
  • Solid accounting or finance knowledge
  • Ability to work with data and systems
  • High numerical aptitude (Maths/Excel)
  • Innovative and adaptable mindset
  • Willingness to work overtime when required


Preferred

  • Financial Services background
  • CLO/CDO experience (preferred but not essential)
  • Exposure to structured finance or portfolio management
  • Degree in finance/accounting (other degrees considered if strong analytical skills)
  • Previous experience in complex financial products


Additional Notes

  • Maternity cover role
  • Limited scope for training compared to previous hires (needs someone who can hit the ground running)
  • Candidate must be comfortable with a demanding schedule and tight deadlines



What You'll Do

  • Perform daily cash reconciliations and ensure data accuracy before submission.
  • Update and maintain client cash flows in line with SLA requirements.
  • Book foreign exchange and trades for settlement.
  • Monitor trade settlements using internal systems and resolve discrepancies.
  • Collaborate with teams to maintain reporting accuracy.
  • Support client-facing activities and operational delivery.


What We're Looking For

  • Strong Excel skills (formulas, data manipulation).
  • Comfortable working with numbers and financial data.
  • Highly organised, deadline-focused, and proactive.
  • A finance-related qualification or relevant experience in financial services.
  • Familiarity with Solvas, IMS, or GSP systems is a plus.
  • Interest in digital tools and AI is welcomed.


Work Environment

  • Office-based 4 days per week (non-negotiable).
  • Not a standard 9-5 role - peak periods may require extended hours.
  • Competitive pay for commitment and reliability.


Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to build a career in Treasury or broader financial services.
  • Supportive team environment that values accuracy and accountability.
  • Clear pathway to permanent employment for high performers.

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