Accountant - Part Time

Our client, a leading law firm in the City of London are looking for a Treasury Accountant/Bookkeeper to join their firm on a part-time basis. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily accounting activities, managing monthly accounting cycles, and handling treasury functions. The ideal candidate will proactively manage billing cycles and debt collection processes, emphasizing exceptional client service.

This is a permanent part-time position 3-4 days a week (dependent on experience level).

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daily transactions across nine bank accounts, including monthly account reconciliations.
  • Reconcile client funds held in various currencies regularly.
  • Allocate client funds for invoice settlements and disbursements.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations between client bank accounts and monies ledgers.
  • Record overheads and expenses to the correct nominal ledger accounts, managing aged payables.
  • Handle credit card expenditure.

  • Coordinate payroll activities in conjunction with the payroll service provider.

  • Manage end-of-month billing processes in the absence of the Office Manager, including invoice generation and credit control.
  • Organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks effectively, ensuring deadlines are met with high attention to detail.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • At least 4-5 years of experience in a bookkeeping role with treasury responsibilities, ideally within a small to medium-sized corporate or professional setting.
  • Qualification through experience or a minimum of an AAT qualification; other relevant certifications are advantageous.
  • Experience in managing client funds across different currencies.
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
  • A collaborative team member with a proactive 'can do' attitude and superior communication skills.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary reflective of experience.
  • Contributory pension scheme.
  • Option to participate in the firm's private medical insurance.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays.
  • Flexible work-from-home options.

Reed £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, inc benefits Central London