Finance Assistant
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Salary - up to £26,000
Start Date - Flexible
Close date -15th May 2026
Location - Central Bristol
At Kings Court Trust, we occupy a unique, privileged position. We are called upon at a sensitive time when families are going through the stages of grief, but there is an acceptance that certain realities need to be addressed.
To support families through bereavement with expert guidance and genuine compassion, making a complex process feel manageable and human.
What you'll be doing
Oversee management of billing and disbursement ledgers for client accounts, including approving and posting slips for invoices
Daily and monthly bank reconciliations
Oversee the reconciliations of the individual balances of virtual accounts in our in house case management program
Review and post bank payment slips to the correct bank nominal codes and platforms
Supporting the month end processing
Collaborating across teams to ensure a seamless client experience
Contributing to continuous improvement and innovation in how we work
What we're looking for
Qualifications are desirable but not essential, we are looking for individuals with some of the following experience:
Previous experience in a finance or administrative role
Demonstrable experience in excel
The type of person you'll be:
A Strong communicator—clear, empathetic, and confident
A proactive, solutions-focused individual
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
A passion for making a difference in people's lives
What we can offer you
(up to) £26,000 per annum
25 days plus bank holidays, increasing annually to 30.
Health Cash Plan - Cash back for Dental, optical, and other treatments
Employee discounts across a range of products and services.
Variety of salary sacrifice benefits such as tech vouchers, dental & holiday buy.
Company pension scheme - matching up to 5%
Income protection insurance
Life assurance policy
Enhanced family leave (upon completion of probation)
Cycle to work scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Why join us
A supportive, people-first culture
Opportunities for growth and development
A chance to make a real impact during life's most challenging times
Hybrid and flexible working options to suit your needs
Hiring process - what to expect
We like to keep things clear and straightforward. Here's what you can expect:
Application review - We review applications on a rolling basis and will contact you when shortlisted
First stage Interview - This is your competency based interview with the hiring manager.
Final Stage - Meet more of the team and ask any final questions
Feedback - We will contact you following your interview, typically within 1 week.
Support - We want everyone to feel comfortable and confident throughout our hiring process. If you have a medical condition or need any adjustments whether that's for an interview or any part of the process—please let us know. We're happy to have a conversation about how we can best support you.
Ready to apply
If Kings Court Trust sounds like the kind of place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and help us shape the future of estate administration.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At Kings Court Trust, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and able to thrive. We believe in equal opportunities for all and ensure that every hiring decision is based on merit, skills, and experience, nothing else.
We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where individuality is celebrated and diverse perspectives are valued across everything we do.