Accounts Assistant

A highly regarded and award-winning legal practice with multiple offices across South Wales is seeking an Finance Assistant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to contribute to a well-established and thriving organisation.

The position is based in their Cardiff office, and the successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Finance.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Control:

• Proactively manage client debt collection via telephone, email, and written correspondence.
• Resolve account issues or disputes promptly and professionally.
• Take appropriate steps for defaulting accounts, adhering to company policies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client account records, ensuring all actions are documented.

General Administration:

• Prepare and send client statements via email.
• Process card payments for invoices and account balances.
• Handle invoice inquiries and monitor client accounts for incoming payments.
• Assist with posting disbursements and support month-end billing activities.
• Record invoices to the purchase ledger.
• Coordinate weekly supplier payment runs.
• Assist with credit card expense allocations and employee expense reimbursements.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proven experience working in an accounts or finance environment or graduate in finance/accountancy looking for your first role.
• Ideally, prior experience with client account management.
• Strong organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail and a focus on efficiency.
• A collaborative team player with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

Why Consider This Role?

This is a fantastic chance to join a forward-thinking and supportive organisation where your skills and contributions will be valued. The company fosters a culture of professional growth and offers the opportunity to be part of a successful and well-established team.