Accounts Assistant
Location: Derby (office-based)
Hours: Full-time
Firm: Swindell & Pearson
Swindell & Pearson is a leading firm of patent and trade mark attorneys, headquartered in Derby.
Our clients include a diverse mix of innovative businesses from start-ups and universities to multinational corporations and well-known household names across the UK, Europe, the USA and Asia.
Were looking for an administration assistant to join our dedicated accounts team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a diverse array of duties who enjoys being part of a team. The role is based at our office in Derby; we do not envisage the successful applicant working from home at the present time.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Assistant - Responsibilities include:
Financial Operations: Processing GBP and foreign currency purchase invoices, bank reconciliations, and professional deposit account posting.
Compliance & Risk: Setting up new clients, verifying details against UK sanctions lists and Companies House, and obtaining credit reports.
Practice Support: Assisting the practice manager with essential tasks including post distribution, stationery ordering, and handling telephone enquiries.
Reporting: Monitoring and uploading invoices to third-party platforms and assisting with month-end procedures.
Credit Control: Professional and polite debt chasing to maintain healthy cash flow.
About You
We value attitude and accuracy above all else.
Accounts Assistant - Youll be a great fit if:
You have excellent attention to detail: Accuracy is essential in the world of intellectual property.
You enjoy working as part of a team: Youre happy to collaborate and "muck in" with wider administrative tasks when needed.
Youre confident with technology: You pick up new software quickly (experience with Exchequer is helpful but not essential).
You communicate clearly and professionally: Youre comfortable liaising with clients, suppliers, and colleagues.
Previous accounts experience is preferred but not required, as full training is provided for the right candidate.
Accounts Assistant - Why Join Us?
At Swindell & Pearson, youll join a supportive and professional team committed to quality and client care. We value initiative, continuous improvement, and offer a friendly working environment.
Please note: This is a strictly office-based role. Due to the nature of the responsibilitiesincluding managing physical post, stationery, and providing hands-on support to the practice managerthere is no opportunity for remote or hybrid working.