Senior Analyst, Reconciliations in Leeds

The Senior Reconciliation Analyst plays a key role within Finance Operations, supporting the Reconciliation Manager in the delivery of effective daily, weekly and monthly reconciliation activities. The role is responsible for performing and reviewing General Ledger reconciliations in line with NewDay reconciliation policy, developing a detailed understanding of Finance Operations balance sheet accounts and identifying reconciliation risks through performance metrics and outstanding items.

Acting as a subject matter expert across reconciliation processes, the role provides guidance to the wider business on queries and process understanding, while working closely with the Finance Systems team to support the ongoing development and administration of the ReconNet reconciliation tool and drive improved automated match rates. The role delivers value by strengthening financial control, reducing operational risk and helping safeguard Free Cash Flow through robust and consistently applied reconciliation controls.

By supporting team capability through training, knowledge sharing and cross‑skilling across NewDay platforms and D2C/MO brands, the Senior Reconciliation Analyst helps build a resilient and efficient reconciliation function. Their focus on identifying efficiencies, improving automation and collaborating across functions enables faster issue resolution, minimises operational losses and supports accurate, reliable financial reporting that underpins effective business decision‑making.

How you’ll contribute:

• Own and support delivery of reconciliation controls to ensure Financial Control Framework (FCF) objectives are met, minimising operational losses and ensuring timely completion of GL and balance sheet reconciliations in line with policy.
• Drive efficiency, automation, and risk reduction across reconciliation processes, working cross‑functionally and in close partnership with Finance Systems to optimise ReconNet configuration, automated match rates, and new system changes.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert for Finance Operations reconciliations, providing guidance on complex queries, month‑end balance sheet reviews, and escalation of reconciliation risks across Operational and Finance teams.
• Lead performance oversight and issue resolution, supporting the Reconciliation Manager through KPI reviews, incident management, cross‑team problem solving, and timely resolution of reconciliation breaks and control issues.
• Develop people, capability, and relationships, ensuring the reconciliation team is well‑trained across systems and products, supporting UAT and live testing, and maintaining strong relationships with senior finance leadership and external partners.

We're looking for these essential skills:

• Ability to simplify complex issues and prepare resolution plans.
• Ability to see & map end to end processes.
• Strong numeric skills and the ability to process and interpret large volumes of data.
• Knowledge of clearing bank processes, including BACS, Faster payments, Direct Debits & Debit Card.
• Detailed knowledge of Bank & cash Book reconciliation processes.
• 5+ years experience in a financial reconciliation environment.
• Knowledge of SUN General Ledger and ReconNet applications.
• Detailed knowledge of the build and configuration of the Reconciliation Tool.

What's in it for you?

• 26 days holiday, rising to 30 with service
• A holiday buy scheme (up to 5 extra days)
• Double matched pension, with up to 14% from NewDay
• Generous annual performance bonuses
• Private medical insurance with Bupa, including mental health support and cancer care
• 26 weeks paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• Free breakfast and lunch in the office every day, provided by our in‑house chefs
• ...and more

Position Type: Permanent

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