As a Business and Finance Apprentice, you will assist the Accountant and Director with a range of financial tasks. This role is ideal for someone looking to start their career in legal finance with a business committed to employee development, gaining exposure to financial operations, billing, and compliance in a law firm setting.
Key Finance Responsibilities:
1. Assisting with accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate nominal, branch, and departmental coding.
2. Performing client and office account reconciliations, in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.
3. Assisting with financial reporting, including preparing reports for senior management.
4. Learning and applying legal finance regulations, including compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) laws.
5. Monitoring cash flow and bank transactions.
6. Supporting billing and credit control, to ensure timely payments from clients.
7. Using and identifying new features in the financial software Xero.
8. Communicating with internal departments and external clients regarding financial matters.
Key Administration Responsibilities:
1. Greet and welcome guests upon arrival at the office, directing them appropriately, copying any documentation required and making them drinks.
2. Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls, ensuring proper redirection.
3. Administrative support to the organisation.
4. Ensure interview rooms are tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g., pens, forms, and brochures).
5. Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail/deliveries.
6. Maintain accurate client records and update information as needed.
7. Other clerical duties where required such as filing, photocopying and scanning.
Skills & Qualifications:
* Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
* Good communication and teamwork skills.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
* Interest in working in a legal environment.
* Driving licence/own method of transport.
* Hands-on experience in a law firm.
Mentorship and career development opportunities.
Seniority level
Internship
Employment type
Full-time
Industries
Law Practice
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