Job Summary
Due to our ongoing success and company growth, we are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support our finance team in managing daily financial operations. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial record-keeping and processing transactions. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to develop their career within the legal finance sector, contributing to organisational efficiency and financial integrity.
Responsibilities
- carrying out bank reconciliations;
- dealing with the funds coming into the banks;
- posting all types of transaction to the balance ledgers;
- posting Registers of Scotland, and Land Registry, direct debit payments;
- sending payments on to the banks;
- running the accounts for remortgages, checking that the figures are accurate;
- checking the details of any proceeds against the bank accounts for cases;
- posting redemptions and proceeds to the batch ledger; and
- posting fee notes, including client and borrower payments, and third-party fees.
Skills
- Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel; experience with accounting software is desirable
- Good numerical aptitude and analytical skills
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Prior experience or knowledge of legal accounting principles is advantageous
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous learning
This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to gain practical experience within a professional finance environment. The successful applicant will demonstrate reliability, integrity, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of accuracy in all tasks undertaken.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £25,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Financial planning services
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Are you able to commute daily to our office in Dunfermline?
Work Location: In person
