Accounts Assistant

Location

Winchester, Hampshire | United Kingdom

Job description

Accounts Assistant/Legal Cashier Location: Winchester Salary: Up to £27,000

We are seeking a skilled Accounts Assistant to join our esteemed client in the heart of Winchester. This role offers a diverse range of responsibilities and will require you to assume leadership in the occasional absence of the Finance Director. Previous experience as either a Legal Cashier or Accounts Assistant is preferred, although a legal background is not mandatory. This is a full-time, office-based position.

Role Overview:

• Managing daily financial transactions for both office and client accounts, including processing payments, receipts, and reconciling accounts.
• Monitoring office and client bank accounts to oversee incoming and outgoing payments.
• Assisting with accounts inquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with SAR, money laundering regulations, and VAT regulations.
• Maintaining accurate financial records for annual audits.
• Supporting the Finance Director with month-end and year-end financial closing procedures.
• Reviewing and approving property completion statements.
• Meticulous attention to detail and proficiency in Excel are essential.
• Being an enthusiastic team player is paramount.

You will work collaboratively within a supportive team of 5 within the Accounts department. The working hours are 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM, and the office is conveniently located in central Winchester. (No parking) but the park and ride options work well as this is based in central Winchester.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

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Salary

£25k - £27k per annum