Senior Bank & Receivables Officer

Position: Senior Bank & Receivables Officer
Title:

Senior Bank & Receivables Officer

Contract Type:
Fixed-Term Contract until end of January 2028, Full-Time, 35 hours

Salary:  From  £35,951 per annum (London weighted salary) or from £32,188 per annum (Regional salary) dependant on experience

Grade: 7

Reporting Office:
London, Stratford or Old Trafford Greater Manchester

Persona:
Agile Worker: 20% - 40% of contractual hours to be worked from reporting office/working location (hybrid working)

Closing Date: 19/10/2026

Interview Dates: 27 th  & 28 th  October 2026

Please  for the role profile  Senior Bank & Receivables Officer Role Profile.docx   

Benefits  include:  Excellent pension plan (up to 6% double contribution), 28 days Annual Leave rising to 31 days with length of service + Bank Holidays, Westfield Health Cash Plan, non-contributory life assurance, up to 21 hours volunteering paid days, lifestyle benefits, Employee Assistance Programme and  many more ...

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the advertisement and interview earlier than stated.

Join our Bank & Receivables  Team at L&Q:

At L&Q, we understand that strong financial operations are key to delivering excellent service. As a Senior Bank & Receivables Officer, you'll lead a team of four in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, ensuring the accurate reconciliation of receipts and payments, and the timely completion of monthly bank reconciliations. You'll play a vital role in supporting the team to meet performance targets while maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism.

Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for leading teams and driving operational excellence?

Do you thrive in a role where your communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities make a real impact?

If this sounds like you, we would love for you to apply!

Your impact in the role:
Lead a team of four Bank & Receivables Officers, overseeing daily operations to meet team objectives and key performance indicators, including accurate reconciliation of receipts and payments.  
Manage monthly bank reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.  
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, delivering professional and effective communication to support smooth financial processes.  
Support recruitment, training, and performance management activities, including appraisals and disciplinary procedures.  
Deputise for the Bank & Receivables Team Leader when required, implementing process and policy changes in response to business needs.  
Conduct authorisation compliance checks and carry out ad-hoc duties to support the wider finance function.  What you'll bring:
Proven experience in managing financial operations, including bank reconciliations and payment processing.  
Strong leadership skills with experience in staff performance management and team development.  
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines with accuracy and diligence.  
First-class communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across teams and with external partners.  
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.

Experience with UNIT4 is desirable.  
Knowledge of sales invoicing and credit control processes is an advantage.
We look forward to reviewing your application, and hearing about the genuine experiences and skills you could bring to our organisation. L&Q reserve the right to not accept statements that exceed 500 words.

About L&Q:

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