We are seeking an experienced Finance Administrator to support the day-to-day operations of a busy Finance team. This is a varied role covering accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, reconciliations and general finance administration, providing an opportunity for someone with a good grounding in finance to develop their experience within a professional environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Posting cash receipts accurately and promptly, checking payor information and escalating any AML queries
• Assisting with bank reconciliations, investigating straightforward differences and escalating unresolved items
• Monitoring and responding to routine Finance Helpdesk queries, referring more complex matters to senior colleagues
• Processing supplier invoices and staff expenses and supporting scheduled BACS payment runs and ad hoc payments
• Entering electronic payments onto banking platforms for review and authorisation
• Assisting with invoice preparation and responding to routine billing queries
• Maintaining accurate financial records within the practice management system
• Running standard WIP and debtor reports and providing information to practice areas as required
• Processing corporate credit card transactions, matching statements and receipts and following up on missing information
• Assisting the Property Team with weekly property transaction requirements
• Supporting the administration of client accounts in line with Jersey Law Society requirements and internal policies
• Providing cover for routine Finance activities following appropriate training
• Supporting wider departmental initiatives and ad hoc finance projects
• Following Finance procedures and identifying practical opportunities for improvement

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Around 3 years' experience in a similar finance administration role is desirable
• Experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, reconciliations and other routine finance processes
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and an interest in developing finance knowledge
• Previous experience using Aderant would be advantageous but is not essential
• Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook 

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES: 

• Strong attention to detail
• Well organised, reliable and able to manage routine tasks to deadlines
• Good communication skills
• Strong focus on delivering a high standard of service to internal and external clients
• Must be Entitled or Entitled to work in Jersey