Accounts Assistant

We have a full-time vacancy in our Hartlepool office to increase our Accounts team as we continue to grow. 

What you’ll do:

Assist with all functions in the Accounts department including:  

• Process payments made by clients over the phone

• Accounts payable - posting and generating bills

• Process BACS and transfer payments 

• Purchase ledger - invoice payments

• Post fee-earners' bills and cheque requests

• Produce and post credit notes and bill amendments

• Process disbursement write-offs, fees and WIP

• Answering queries and working with colleagues in relation to client ledgers and admin procedures.

• Conduct data entry tasks accurately and efficiently

• Support the team with administrative tasks related to financial operations

Desired skills and personal qualities: 

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent or or AAT Level 1 Award in Accounting or equivalent
• Genuine interest in working in an Accounts environment
• Good level of IT Skills, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Accurate and efficient data entry skills with strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Able to use own initiative
• Good professional conduct
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable
• Processing payments.
• Processing cash/cheque/card payments made by clients over the counter and card payments over the telephone.
• Administering petty cash.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in an accounts related role

• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and work well both independently and as part of a team.

• A proactive, professional approach with great attention to detail.