Job Description

Role:

Finance Assistant

Place of work:

Glasgow, City Centre

Contract type:

Permanent

Working Hours:

35 hours, Monday Friday, 9am 5pm

Are you someone who thrives in a busy finance environment? Are you looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and progressive law firm?


We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to develop their existing skills as a Junior Accountant and be a key part of an evolving team.


At Jones Whyte we engage with our people to continually improve our processes, technology and practices to ensure our colleagues are supported and clients receive the best service. Hybrid working is part of the Jones Whyte culture and our refurbished Glasgow offices offer a modern working environment with generous staff perks.

The Role

As a Legal Cashier at Jones Whyte, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient running of financial operations for all our legal departments whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy and compliance.The role involves liaising with case handling fee earners to ensure payments are made & received.


This role demands strong analytical, communication and organisational skills and is ideal for a candidate who is eager to expand and advance their knowledge, with opportunities for growth and development.


Reporting to Head of Cashroom you will work alongside Senior Finance Assistants, Finance Assistants and Credit Controllers. The department is supported by our Legal Support team who process the mail and any cheques which come in to the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

Accurate daily input of financial transactions into the accounts system Processing daily banking transactions and electronic bank payments Preparing and reviewing daily bank reconciliations Completing inter-account transfers Handling internal and external enquiries regarding financial transactions Reconciling Scottish Legal Aid Board (SLAB) and private fee payments Processing supplier invoices and handling payment processing Assisting with financial reporting and month-end procedures

Who are you?

2+ years experience of working in a finance role Ability to work independently and take initiative High level of accuracy in financial reporting and analysis. Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel

Desirable but not essential:

SOLAS Qualification Knowledge of the Law Society of Scotland Account Rules Previous experience working in a legal firm

Company Benefits & Perks:

Competitive Salary 23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays. Includes closure over Christmas & New Year. Holiday Loyalty Scheme: Earn an additional 5 days holiday Buy and Sell holidays Company Pension Scheme Company Bonus Scheme Excellent Company Maternity and Paternity Benefits Company Staff Referral Scheme Hybrid Working Wellbeing Support Annual Company Day Out * Early finish on your birthday