Accounts Assistant Maternity Cover

My client is proud to be one of Yorkshire's leading law firms, having been established for over 200+ years.
They are a respected accredited law firm with offices in York, Leeds and North Yorkshire. You will be joining a firm that has seen a significant growth over the last few years and has a large share of the legal business in the local area.
Are you a self-motivated individual who has a positive, can-do attitude and is interested in joining our expanding team? If so, then read on.
The Role:
This is an exciting opportunity for someone to utilise their organisational skills.
- Issue of cheques in accordance with instructions received
- Verification of Completion Statements, checking of bills and daily bankings.
- Perform data entry tasks to input financial transactions into accounting software
- Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes
- Reconcile bank statements and other financial records
- Prepare financial reports and assist with month-end closing activities
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
- Support the finance team with various administrative tasks
The ideal candidate:
The firm is looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual with good inter-personal and keyboard skills.
Solicitors accounting experience would be ideal but other accounting experience will also be considered.
In return you will gain comprehensive experience and given all the support, training and tools you require to assist you in this role together with the opportunity to join a dynamic forward thinking law firm.
Full Time - Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm
The successful candidate will be rewarded with:
* A competitive salary
* Holiday allowance
* Sickness allowance
* Workplace Pension Scheme
* Organised social activities
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £22,000.00-£27,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends