Banking Operations Analyst

WEX Europe Limited, also part of the WEX Inc organisation provides outsourced services to both Optal Financial Ltd (OFL) and Optal Financial Europe Limited (OFEL), to enable the execution of their business activities.

OFL is authorised and regulated by the FCA as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) and provide certain payment services. OFEL is a company registered in Ireland and is authorised and regulated by the CIB. OFL and OFEL are principal members of Mastercard and Visa.

As the Banking Operations Analyst you will support the Financial Operations Director and work on all Banking Operations aspects to ensure financial integrity and accuracy of this highly regulated business.

This is an operational Treasury role and includes traditional Network Management, Correspondent Banking Payments Issue resolution, entity funding, and Payment execution oversight.,

• Lead the critical oversight and control over Optal entities Banking Operations;


• Manage cash flow including daily cash balances, cash positioning, anticipating cash needs and ensuring sufficient liquidity to meet operational requirements


• Support treasury leadership in managing the relationships with banks including overseeing bank accounts and optimising banking services to meet the business needs.


• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting related to treasury activities including liquidity reports and other relevant financial information


• Stay updated with financial regulations and compliance requirements relates to Treasury s operations, ensure adherence to internal polices and external regulations


• Utilise treasury systems and technologies to streamline treasury processes, enhance efficiency and improve reporting capabilities. Supervise and develop treasury professionals, provide guidance, coach and support as needed.
  
  Previous experience of working in a Treasury, Accounting, Finance or Banking position


• Able to demonstrate knowledge and experience of financial risk assessment and mitigation strategies


• Strong understanding of financial concepts, including cash flow management, liquidity management, financial risk assessment, and investment strategies. Familiarity with financial instruments, banking products, and financial markets.


• Proficiency in managing daily cash flow, forecasting cash needs, and optimizing working capital.


• Previous experience of executing treasury transactions, including cash positioning, cash pooling, bank account management, and payment processing.


• Familiarity with treasury management system (TMS) and financial software tolls to streamline treasure processes, automate cash management, and enhance reporting capabilities.


• Strong ability to use time efficiently to meet multiple deadlines and to take responsibility for completing assignment with minimal supervision.


• Proficient in financial analysis and modelling to evaluate investment opportunities, assess financial risks, and support decision making.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain relationships with banks, financial institutions, and other external partners.


• Understanding of financial regulations, accounting standards, and internal controls relevant to treasury operations.
  
  Exciting new opportunity for an experienced Banking Operations Analyst to join a dynamic, rapidly expanding international organisation. Highly competitive pay, hybrid working and extensive benefits package., Highly competitive salary (£50k - £60k, dependent on experience)


• Annual company bonus


• 40 hour week Monday to Friday, no evenings or weekends


• Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in London Bridge office)


• Industry leading pension scheme


• Private Medical


• 25 days plus bank holidays with the opportunity to purchase additional holidays


• Life assurance


• Income Protection


• Gym Flex membership


• Discounts & perks platform


• Employee wellbeing