Accounts Assistant
Lester Aldridge Bournemouth, United KingdomAccounts Assistant
Lester Aldridge Bournemouth, United Kingdom
Accounts Assistant
We're seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our busy Finance team, providing essential support across a range of legal accounting functions. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong numeracy and organisation skills to develop their career in a professional and fast-paced legal environment.
About the Role
As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations. Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing client account payments, including currency transactions, following internal approval procedures.
- Reconciling client bank accounts, including foreign currency accounts.
- Sorting and distributing daily post across sub-teams.
- Handling cheque receipts, banking preparation, petty cash, and cheque writing.
- Processing client account receipts (BACS/CHAPS/credit card) using accounting systems and online banking, ensuring compliance with Solicitors' Accounts Rules.
- Uploading matter-related disbursements and running interest calculations as needed.
- Assisting with preparation of client bills for property teams, ensuring they align with firm policies.
- Managing time transfers, write-offs, and general finance queries via phone and email.
- Providing holiday and sickness cover across the Accounts sub-team, including purchase ledger tasks.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a reliable and adaptable individual with:
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
- Previous accounts experience (preferable).
- Experience in professional services or a legal environment (desirable).
- Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.
- A team-focused attitude with excellent communication skills.
- Solid organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines.
- A self-motivated, professional and flexible approach to work.
- The ability to work confidentially, under pressure, and with tact and discretion.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and accounting systems.
- A willingness to learn and develop within the role.
What We Offer
We believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Our benefits include:
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
- 22 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Access to Perkbox, offering a wide range of discounts and wellness perks.
- Competitive salary package and pension scheme.
If you're looking to build a career within a respected legal finance team and want to work in a friendly, dynamic firm where your contribution is valued - we'd love to hear from you.
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