Accounts Assistant - Reed : Job Details

My client a small chambers in Central London are looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their busy team. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records and transactions, ensuring the integrity of our accounting processes.

• Perform daily/weekly/monthly bank reconciliations on Sage, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Post nominal ledger journals and maintain accurate records in Sage Line 50.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts by ensuring timely input of financial data.
• Provide reporting support for various budget areas such as Marketing, IT, and Pupillage.
• Input supplier invoices daily, ensuring they are coded and approved before posting to Sage.
• Conduct monthly supplier statement reconciliations and address any discrepancies.
• Manage the sales ledger, ensuring customer receipts are correctly posted.
• Maintain monthly credit card reconciliations and chase missing receipts
• Second approval on bank account of fees received on a daily basis
• Setting up new payees on the bank account
• Assist with VAT compliance, ensuring correct VAT coding and adherence to HMRC rules.
• Provide cover for other accounts staff and carry out additional tasks as requested by the Chambers Administrator and Accounts team.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong Excel and Outlook skills.
• Proven working knowledge of Sage Line 50.
• Previous experience in an accounts role is essential.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to recommend solutions.
• Excellent communication and team-working abilities.

Please note the hours are 40 hours a week and hybrid working (3 days in the office)

The role will require full time working in the office at the beginning. 

Benefits

Pension

Income protection 

EAP Support

Gym membership support