Banking Assistant 7m FTC - West Midlands About Us Stonegate Group is the UK’s largest operator of pubs, bars, and late-night venues, with well-loved brands like Slug & Lettuce, Be At One, and Popworld. We’re proud of our diverse portfolio and deeply committed to creating an inclusive culture that embraces individuality in all its forms. By fostering an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and supported, we reflect the vibrant communities we serve and empower our people to thrive. Are you detail-oriented with a passion for precision and process? Do you thrive in a fast-paced finance environment where accuracy and accountability are key? Join us as a 7 month FTC Banking & Reconciliations Analyst and play a vital role in safeguarding the financial integrity of a £1bn turnover business within our Managed Pubs division. About the Role As part of our dedicated Banking team, you’ll be responsible for weekly cash and card reconciliations, working closely with operators, auditors, and external providers. You'll ensure cash is accounted for, issues are resolved quickly, and risks are escalated appropriately. This is a hands-on, detail-driven role where your work will have a direct impact on financial control and operational efficiency across the business. What You’ll Be Doing Reconciling weekly bank and card statements for 1,000 sites Investigating and resolving missing or late site banking Managing open items and identifying financial risk areas Coordinating secure collections and coin/note deliveries Communicating directly with pub operators and sites to resolve discrepancies Working closely with banks and cash service providers to maintain SLAs Supporting new pub openings and closures from a banking perspective Raising corrective journals and assisting with period-end processing Delivering training on banking processes to site teams Managing helpdesk queries related to banking What We’re Looking For We’re after a highly motivated, process-focused individual with a can-do attitude and a keen eye for detail. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong reconciliation skills with high-volume transactional data Banking, treasury, or cash management experience preferred Confident in Excel (Intermediate) Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication Professional, collaborative approach to cross-functional working Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Navision – desirable Why Join Us? Be part of a finance team supporting a £1bn turnover business Work in a supportive, inclusive, and professional environment Great opportunity to develop your finance career in a large-scale, operationally diverse company Gain exposure to banking, audit, and site operations Opportunities to shape and improve processes that impact the whole business What makes Stonegate a great place to work? At Stonegate, we believe that when you feel your best, you do your best. That’s why we’re committed to supporting the health, happiness, and overall wellbeing of every team member. From lifestyle perks and flexible support to mental health resources, our benefits are designed to help you thrive, both in and out of work. 25 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days of leave each year Bonus Scheme Access to discounted Private Medical Insurance through Vitality Exclusive discounts on Dental Insurance Reward Card via the MiXR app, giving you and your friends 25% off food and drinks as well as VIP entry across our Managed Estate Life Assurance which gives access to Help @ Hand Access to your pay early via Stream The Stonegate Xtra portal with access to a wide range of high street discounts and offers Discounted access to David Lloyd membership Award winning Learning & Development programmes to drive your career If you have a disability as outlined by the Equality Act 2010 and require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know in advance so that any support, aids or adaptations can be put in place to assist you. You can contact us on hrsupport@stonegategroup.co.uk. LI-HR1