Sinclairslaw Ltd is looking for a full-time apprentice accounts assistant to join our very busy and expanding accounts team. You will be eager to learn and willing to gain accounting qualifications (AAT levels 2, 3 & 4) - a mathematical mind is essential.

Job Title:

Apprentice accounts assistant

Reports to:

Company Accountant and COFA

Job Purpose:

To support the Accounts Department in the provision of Financial Services to the practice by providing competent and efficient assistance in Cashier / Book – Keeping duties.

Key Responsibilities

• To support the operation of the firms accounting system.
• To ensure that all banking is done daily as directed.
• To ensure that all cheques are written on correct amounts and Client Account is never allowed to overdraw.
• To enter postings to the accounts system on a daily basis.
• To ensure that new matters are recorded correctly.
• To assist in the entering of bills.
• To execute Telegraphic Transfers.
• To ensure that all authorised invoices are dealt with in a timely manner.
• To deal directly with clients when receiving payment by cash, cheque or debit/credit card.
• To ensure that all closed accounts are authorised and that nil balances are achieved before archiving.
• To support the operation of the departments credit control system.
• To manage the Petty Cash procedure.
• To manage own work allocation, productivity and quality of work with minimum supervision.

Personal Qualities

• Self-motivated and able to organise own work with minimum supervision.
• Copes effectively in demanding circumstances.
• Good time management, adopting a flexible approach to work.
• Demonstrates persistence and commitment to completing tasks and objectives.
• Delivers work output to the required standard.
• Pays attention to detail and quality of work.
• Demonstrates a commitment to improving working practices and supports company plans and policies.

Working with People

• Ability to build and maintain working relationships with others and is seen as ‘approachable’.
• Operates effectively as part of a team.
• Willing to offer help to all colleagues to ensure company success.

Problem Solving

• Demonstrates sound judgement and good decision making when dealing with problems.
• Able to identify a problem arising and can develop a solution or take the correct course of action.
• Knows when to seek guidance or further input from others before taking action.
• Checks that information is accurate and complete.
• Looks for new solutions to problems as well as tried and tested methods.

Communication Skills

• Able to express oneself both orally and in writing in a clear and constructive way.
• Willing to ask questions, listen to others views and accept advice.
• Willing to contribute ideas and seek improvements.
• Good client / supplier handling skills both by telephone and face to face.

Experience Required

Essential

• Working knowledge of computers and software with good keyboard skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to personal development.
• Practical experience of handling client/customer service enquiries both face to face and by telephone.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a legal environment.
• Practical/academic experience of accounts administration.
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Knowledge of accounting principles.
• Knowledge of credit control.
• Knowledge of accounting software.

Apply

Please apply by going to our company website sinclairslaw.co.uk (about the firm - recruitment) and complete an application form and return it to Emma Monteiro e.monteiro@sinclairslaw.co.uk Closing date 26^th June 2023 with a view to interview first/second week of July 2023, Start date, 5^th September 2023; This advert will close earlier if there is a high volume of applicants so we encourage you to get your applications in soon.