Finance Assistant responsible for bank reconciliations and financial analysis at DWF. Collaborating with Finance team to manage accurate bank account records in compliance with regulations.
Responsibilities
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.
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