Hybrid Finance Assistant – Bank Reconciliations

Posted 3 weeks ago

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About the role

  • Reconciling Client and Office Accounts, Client Loss Fund accounts and Escrow Account in accordance with Solicitors Accounting Rules (SAR).
  • Manage all the shared query inboxes ensuring timely and accurate responses are delivered to stakeholders.
  • Perform daily reconciliations of all bank accounts to ensure accurate records paying particular attention to the SAR compliance, focusing on investigating and resolving the unreconciled line items.
  • Close working relationships with other areas of Finance including Treasury, Cashiering and the wider business ensuring expectation is managed and we have a seamless Bank Reconciliation process.
  • Circulate daily balances and office receipts to senior management.
  • Assist in the compilation, maintenance and review of all bank mandates on a regular basis ensuring all necessary signatories are added/removed promptly.
  • Liaise with banks to ensure all information is accurate and up to date.
  • Monitor and ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions.
  • Attend team meetings at regular intervals and assist in implementing improvements in identified problem areas to enhance relationships and strengthen team performance.
  • Build effective relationships both internally within the Finance team and externally with the team's wider stakeholders.
  • Consider all new requested information in line with agreed Service Standards/ISO Procedures and SAR requirements.

Requirements

  • A real problem solver, someone with good attention to detail and investigation skills
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills in order to meet targets and deadlines
  • Detail oriented approach with significant emphasis on achieving a high quality of work
  • A confident user of Microsoft Excel to intermediary level
  • Proven experience in effective delegation as well as upwards management of tasks
  • Legal Cashiering experience is an advantage
  • Experience of SRA (Solicitor Regulatory Authority)

Benefits

  • We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
  • We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.
  • We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.
  • If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway.

Job title

Finance Assistant – Bank Reconciliations

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Mid levelSenior

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Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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