ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
CHESTER
£30,000 to £33,000 + BENEFITS
THE OPPORTUNITY:
We’re exclusively partnering with a well-established and growing legal firm who are looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the finance department.
Working closely with the Head of Accounts and Legal Cashier, this is a great opportunity for someone with previous accounts or finance administration experience who is looking to develop their career within a professional services environment.
The successful candidate will support a broad range of finance duties including client and office account transactions, payroll support, reconciliations, billing, and month-end processes, whilst ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and legal accounting procedures.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:
Reporting to the Head of Accounts, supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts department alongside the Legal Cashier
Assisting with processing client and office account transactions in line with SRA Accounts Rules
Processing payroll and supporting monthly salary administration
Posting and reconciling purchase invoices, supplier payments, and staff expenses
Supporting bank reconciliations and ensuring the bank matches the system
Assisting with client billing, credit control, and allocation of receipts
Preparing payment runs and processing electronic transfers where required
Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring all transactions are recorded correctly
Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting requirements
Liaising with fee earners and internal departments regarding account queries
Supporting the Head of Accounts with ad hoc finance and administrative duties
Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal accounting procedures at all times
Assisting with both month-end and year-end accounts
THE PERSON:
Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant or Legal Accounts Assistant, or similar
Experience working within a legal or professional services environment would be advantageous
Knowledge or exposure to SRA Accounts Rules would be beneficial, but not essential
Confident processing invoices, reconciliations, payments, and general finance administration
Experience supporting payroll administration would be an advantage
Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
Good communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with internal stakeholders
Competent IT skills including MS Excel and finance systems
A reliable and trustworthy individual who can handle confidential information appropriately
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
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Process financial transactions including purchase and sales invoices
Assist with bank reconciliations and ledger maintenance
Support payroll and expense processing
Maintain accurate records and filing systems
Respond to internal and external finance queries professionally
Use accounting software and Microsoft Office tools
Assist with month-end and year-end tasks as required
Training:Internal training within the company finance department and ongoing apprenticeship monthly workshops. The workshops will be delivered by an allocated tutor online within the work location. Training Outcome:Progression to become a Legal Cashier.Employer Description:Mogers Drewett is a leading Southwest legal and financial planning firm, that takes pride in building long-term client relationships and a strong reputation through its exceptional people.
From our offices in Bath, Frome, Sherborne and Wells, we provide expert, straightforward and comprehensive advice across a wide range of legal and financial services for both individuals and businesses.Working Hours :Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 5pm, 1 hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Reception duties to include answering and fielding calls and taking messages
Greeting visitors & providing refreshments
Ensuring office areas are kept clean & tidy
Opening & distributing mail
Franking outgoing mail & keeping post area tidy
Practical administration tasks such as filing, posting, delivery, scanning, shredding & photocopying
Monitoring all office supply levels and ordering in stationery as required
Support case administrators, managers and directors in carrying out specific case-related tasks
Assisting the cashier with client account postings and bank reconciliations
Preparing accurate books and records inventories, and taking responsibility for the safeguard, removal and storage of such from company premises
Data entry of case documents as required
Complete appropriate banking and cheque request forms in order to ensure that client estate monies are handled and dealt with correctly
Adhere to statutory compliance and current legislation, best practice and procedures under supervision
Attendance on site at clients as and when required
Prepare and maintain Excel spreadsheets, and provide analysis of data
Training:The successful apprentices will work towards the L2 Accounts /Finance Assistant apprenticeship with AAT L2 delivered alongside.Day-to-day training will be provided by the employer.Training Outcome:It is anticipated that a permanent vacancy will be available at the end of the apprenticeship, with real prospects of career progression and professional exam support.Employer Description:Lewis Business Recovery and Insolvency is an independent, friendlyand professional practice that adds value to directors, lenders,creditors, stakeholders, accountants and other advisers by deliveringproactive and pragmatic solutions to businesses and individuals
experiencing financial difficulty.
The firm’s ethos is to identify the most appropriate outcome for allparties, promoting business continuity and preserving employmentwherever possible, while consistently providing a high standard of
service at a reasonable cost.Working Hours :37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9am - 5:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
