We are delighted to be partnered with our professional, established and highly reputable legal client as they seek to recruit a Finance Officer to join their experienced and friendly team within their offices in Haywards Heath. This is a superb opportunity to join a highly thought of firm.

Finance Officer

Full time permanent role - Very well appointed offices in central location. Part time would be considered but would have to be Mon-Fri hours.

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Office based close to station area with free residential street parking also available nearby.

Salary - £40000 plus very good company benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy team within a very successful organisation.

Finance Officer

The role:

Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role will be responsible for maintaining financial records, handling transactions and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience within online banking, credit control and using financial management systems.

Duties will include:

Maintain office and client cashbooks

Handle online banking tasks

Manage banking activities

Entering all financial transactions onto the system

Advising staff of incoming funds

Assist fee earners and other staff with finance related questions

Take and process debit / credit card payments

Oversee invoicing and the issuance of credit notes

Inputting land registry fees

Maintain correct VAT status

Managing petty cash and performing reconciliations

Ensure compliance with anti money laundering regulations

Liaise with accountants regarding nominal / purchase ledger issues

Provide weekly and bi-weekly reports to fee earners

Experience, competencies and knowledge required:

Good accountancy experience

Strong understanding of credit control processes

Excellent organisational and communication skills

For more information regarding this new and exciting Finance Officer opportunity, please apply now! Short-listing will take place soon - don't miss out!

Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job