Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client who are looking to recruit an experienced accounts assistant to join their team based in the Sunderland area. JOB DETAILS
PAY RATE: Per Annum
WORK TYPE: Permanent
WORK PATTERN: Full Time
LOCATION: Sunderland
JOB ROLE
Accounts Assistant
JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:
Process supplier invoices and credit notes, in accordance with firm policies and procedures
Allocate receipts, maintain debtor records and monitor aged receivables.
Assist with credit control activities, including polite and professional follow-up with clients/customers in accordance with internal protocols.
Support the resolution of billing queries, escalating where appropriate.
Post bank transactions and maintain accurate cashbook records.
Perform regular bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies promptly.
Assist with management of petty cash (where applicable), including reconciliations and controls.
Process staff expense claims in line with policy and verify supporting receipts.
Ensure correct VAT treatment (where applicable) and coding to cost centres/matters/projects as required.
Follow internal procedures designed to support compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules and the firm’s COFA framework.
Maintain financial records in accordance with SRA accounts rules, data protection requirements and the firm’s retention policies.
Provide administrative support to the finance team, including filing, scanning, and responding to internal queries.
Undertake other reasonable finance-related tasks consistent with the role and business needs.
Maintain accurate records within accounting software including Leap and Xero.
Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion in relation to client and matter financial information.
Handle personal data in accordance with applicable UK GDPR requirements and internal policies.
Follow information security procedures, including secure storage and controlled access to finance records.
Operates within defined procedures and approval limits.
May recommend payment scheduling and propose corrections to postings/coding; final approvals remain with Finance Manager.
Escalates discrepancies, control failures, suspected fraud indicators, or material errors promptly to the Finance Manager.
Maintain strict confidentiality and discretion when handling client, matter and finance-related information, including any personal data.
Ensure all such information is managed in accordance with UK GDPR requirements, internal policies and information security procedures, including secure storage and controlled access to finance records.
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies:
High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with ability to meet deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general accounting software.
Professional communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to liaise effectively with other people.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively as well as independently.
Desire to progress in a career in finance management within a law firm environment and to obtain relevant accreditation and qualifications.
Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Josh Savage at Tempting Recruitment NOW.
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