Accounts Administration Assistant (GR40/BRS/CXB/19)

Job description

Please note that this vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Lyons Davidson is a national law practice of around 1,000 employees operating from offices in Bristol, Solihull, Leeds, Surrey, Plymouth, Cardiff and London, and our associated practice in Edinburgh, Lyons Davidson Scotland LLP. We also have employees based in onsite client offices in Birmingham and Whitstable.

We are a full service legal Company committed to delivering high-quality professional services in a cost-effective and approachable manner to institutions, businesses and individuals.

Purpose:

An excellent opportunity has arisen in our busy Accounts department based in Bristol city centre for an Accounts Administration Assistant. The role involves providing administration support to members of the Accounts team and helping with all aspects of the Accounts function.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in gaining experience within Accounts and looking to develop a career within this area. Previous Accounts experience is not essential as full on-the-job training will be provided however we do ask that for a genuine interest in accounts. The role offers possibilities for future development and progression within the Accounts department.

Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Processing invoices / payments / receipts

2. File openings

3. Help with processing purchase ledger invoices

4. To provide assistance/cover across all sections within the department

5. Filing / cheque distribution

Skills/Competencies required:

Essential:

Organised

Methodical

Computer literate (to include Excel)

Numerical skills Attention to detail

Ability to prioritise

Desirable:

Typing skills

Desirable Experience:

Computer/ Spread sheet work

Administration experience

Education Required:

1. A good Maths GCSE pass or equivalent is essential

2. Study of Accounts qualifications (GSCEs, A Levels or equivalent) an advantage.

Why Join us?

With Investors in People accreditation since 1998, we positively encourage our staff to progress and develop within the Company. We recognise that our continued growth and success is the direct result of our staff’s contributions and we want to help you exceed the needs of relevant CPD requirements, regardless of the role.

Our wide range of benefits, include a generous holiday entitlement, flexible benefits (including pension, childcare vouchers, bikes for work and health screening), bonus scheme and development opportunities,. We have an active social committee and support various charities/fundraising events across the UK.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a wide range of candidates.

Please note that any offer of employment is subject to a satisfactory credit check and Basic criminal record check. This information will only be used to assess suitability for employment insofar as it is relevant.