Educational requirements: Bachelor
English requirements: Competent English
Requirements for skilled employment experience for years: 3-5 years
Required residence status: Temporary visa
Accept remote work: Accept during COVID-19 restrictions only
Banking Reconciliation Officer
The Role
We are seeking a talented Banking Officer within the team who has the skill and capabilities to work in a fast-paced retail environment. Working within a small team of banking officers, as part of the wider Financial Accounting team, and reporting to the Senior Banking Officer, you will be responsible for managing cash balances, payments and reconciliations. Your key responsibilities will include:
Managing daily cash balance activities for designated areas with defined processes in a timely and efficient manner
Completing end to end banking payments accurately, including reconciliation of bank accounts and daily allocation of designated direct deposits and payments
Collaborating with stores and other relevant teams to identify, investigate and resolve cash and banking related issues, escalating where required
Completing financial period close procedures (monthly and annually), including end of period reconciliations
Acting as a key point of contact for store teams regarding cash banking queries
Assisting external auditors with requests for banking support and subsequent queries
Identifying and contributing to improvements to store cash banking processes, as required
About You
Minimum 3 years' experience in banking or accounts payable/receivable, preferably within a retail/similar environment
Strong administrative, organisational and time management skills
Experience in using a large ERP system preferred, and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.
Anticipates customer needs and provides service beyond expectations
Shows initiative, quickly and decisively takes action in light of changing circumstances, and knows when to act alone and when to seek assistance from others
Drives individual accountability and works with others to establish and achieve performance standards
Actively listens and checks for understanding, and can communicate with a range of stakeholders
Takes constructive action to navigate difficulties or obstacles
