Finance Assistant

Job Details

“The only impossible journey is the one you never begin.”  - Tim Robbins.
 
We're excited to announce a fantastic opportunity for a Finance Assistant to become a valuable member of our client's Wareham-based team. This offers an ideal chance for individuals who are ILFM/AAT qualified or currently pursuing ILFM/AAT certification, aiming to launch their finance career.
 
The chosen candidate will support the Finance Assistant in the daily operations of the finance department while collaborating closely with a group of legal cashiers.
 
Responsibilities of the Finance Assistant include but not limited to:
 

• Administer online banking and transactions
• Manage overseas currency transactions
• Post daily financial transactions, including bank receipts, checks, CHAPS, faster payments, and more, using SOS Practice Management accounting system
• Oversee conveyancing-related payments, counsel fees, and supplier invoices
• Reconcile credit card statements monthly
• Assist with month-end reconciliations and financial closing tasks
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and housekeeping tasks
• Maintain organised finance paperwork and record all transactions accurately and promptly
• Process expense claims and bills
• Calculate client interest and reconcile bank, petty cash, and general ledgers
• Ensure compliance with best practices and SRA requirements
• Foster positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and third parties
• Uphold the firm's reputation and address inquiries and issues
• Participate in directed training and adhere to firm policies and procedures

• Preferably ILFM/AAT qualified or actively pursuing
• Strong in SAR's (ideal but not essential)
• Excellent numeracy, organisation, and time management
• Deadline-driven
• Competent with requisite experience
• Appropriate computer skills
• Team player with prioritisation skills
• Effective communication and adaptability
• High discretion and confidentiality