You will support the day-to-day operations of the finance department, developing experience in bookkeeping, banking, billing, and credit control within a fast-paced professional services environment. Main Duties: Monitor and manage the shared Accounts email inbox, responding to queries and escalating where appropriate. Set up client and office account payments in the Bankline system. Accurately process high volumes of financial transactions within our case management system and Xero accounting software. Assist with interim and search fee billing, ensuring all relevant spreadsheets are updated correctly. Support the Legal Cashiers with day-to-day financial operations and ad hoc finance tasks. Assist with bookkeeping entries, including posting journals and maintaining accurate financial records. Perform daily bank reconciliations as allocated, investigating and resolving discrepancies. Support the Credit Control function, including chasing outstanding payments where required. Respond to Fee Earner (Conveyancing Executive) and client ledger queries in a professional and timely manner. Maintain accurate financial records in line with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Provide general administrative support to the Finance Team as required. Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by the Finance Manager in line with the role. Support with any other duties necessary with the level of responsibility of this role as needed. Company Benefits: Enhanced annual leave allowance including birthday leave Casual Fridays: Employees can enjoy a relaxed dress code and complimentary lunch monthly on Fridays. Personal Development Plan tailored for your development Supportive Culture: A friendly, family-like atmosphere with a focus on employee well-being and career development. Free eye tests and discounted eyewear Reward and recognition scheme: Employee of the month. Training Level 2 Accounts and Finance apprenticeship standard Qualifications required 5 x GCSEs which must include maths at grade 6/B or above and English grade 5/C or above Skills required Some previous experience within a finance, office-based environment or customer service A basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to learn new systems quickly. Prospects Upon completion of your apprenticeship, there will be an opportunity to progress into Finance Assistant role within the Finance Team. Qualification / Standard : ST0608 Accounts or finance assistant Duration 18 months