Role Responsibility
Online and in-stores across the country, our experts are bringing customers’ dreams to life. To continue being the best at what we do, we need the very best people. The big dreamers, go-getters and team players who thrive in fast-paced, high-energy environments.
With over 30 years at the forefront of an ever-evolving industry, we’re always looking for new ways to improve. Embracing new ideas and offering flexible solutions, both digitally and in-store to delight our customers, enhance their shopping experience and inspire our colleagues. And our work is only just beginning.
It’s not all number crunching in the finance department at Carpetright. We’re here to support each area of the business, ensuring they have the right data to make the best decisions. We’re right up there with the latest systems and analytics, not to mention our first-class training and apprenticeships. So, if you’re looking to fast forward your career in finance, this is the place to be.
Role Purpose
Manage and monitor the effective flow of incoming cash from stores, ensuring we can service the stores with the required stock to complete customer orders in a timely manner.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily reconciliation of cash amounts banked by stores; investigation and resolution of any discrepancies
- Notify all appropriate staff members of cash amounts not banked, and take appropriate action following results of investigations
- Investigation and resolution of differences on store posted statements
- Raise queries with Banking partners where required
- Investigation and resolution of any banking/posted statement queries
- Investigate GDNP balances escalated by stores, liaising with both stores and Central Operations to ensure all information is correct prior to passing to Solicitors
- Assist the Financial Operations Manager in any reporting requirements
- Preparation of period end journals/reporting as required
- Liaise with internal & external auditors with regards to Store Finance queries
- Deal with telephone queries
- Ensure all documents are filed and archived correctly
- additional duties may be required within the department as business needs dictate
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role and environment.
- Experience of working with high volume data
- Good Excel Skills
Personal Qualities
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and prioritise accordingly
- Confidence to liaise with colleagues at all levels
- Ability to work accurately and efficiently when under pressure
- Open and involved in process change and implementation
- Commitment to doing the best job possible
Join us on our mission to deliver the best, and in return we’ll give you all the support and training you need to learn new skills, take on more responsibility and become the very best at what you do. Proud to be creating beautiful homes, proud to be driving the customer journey in the fast lane, and proud to be one of us.