We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a well-established legal firm. This is a varied role supporting the Finance Manager and wider business with day-to-day financial operations and would suit someone early in their finance career who is looking to build on existing experience within a supportive and professional environment. It’s an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to gain exposure to a broad range of accounting duties, develop their skillset, and progress within a well-established organisation.
Finance Assistant – Benefits
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day per year of service) plus your birthday off
- Bonus scheme
- Study support and study leave
- 4% employer pension contribution
- Enhanced company sick pay
- Enhanced adoption, maternity and paternity pay
- Employer Assistance Programme
Finance Assistant – About the role
This is a varied role supporting the Finance Manager and wider business with day-to-day financial operations. Key responsibilities include:
- Daily bank reconciliations and banking
- Managing weekly cashflow and income reporting
- Assisting with month-end and year-end processes
- Processing invoices, payments, and receipts (CHAPS/BACS)
- Supporting credit control activities when required
- Handling client payments and finance queries
- Assisting with file opening and closure processes, including compliance checks
- Preparing financial reports for senior management
- General accounts administration, including scanning and query resolution
The successful Finance Assistant will have:
- Previous experience in a finance or accounts support role
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent communication skills
- Proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workload
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Experience within a legal accounts environment or knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (desirable, not essential)