Finance Assistant - Bank Reconciliations

Finance Assistant – Bank Reconciliations

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The role is a Bank Reconciliation Specialist based in Manchester City Centre. You will join the Bank Reconciliation team and support a variety of Bank Reconciliation responsibilities. You will provide Bank Reconciliation support and analysis for the firm across all Groups bank accounts and help deliver a detailed month-end reconciliation of all bank accounts by performing daily reconciliations in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR).

The role is hybrid with a minimum of 2 days a week in the office; the team typically attends the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This is a 9-month fixed term contract.

Responsibilities

• Reconciling Client and Office Accounts, Client Loss Fund accounts and Escrow Account in accordance with Solicitors Accounting Rules (SAR).
• Manage all shared query inboxes ensuring timely and accurate responses to stakeholders.
• Perform daily reconciliations of all bank accounts to ensure accurate records, focusing on SAR compliance and resolving unreconciled items.
• Develop close working relationships with other areas of Finance (Treasury, Cashiering) and the wider business to ensure a seamless Bank Reconciliation process.
• Circulate daily balances and office receipts to senior management.
• Assist in the compilation, maintenance and review of all bank mandates; liaise with banks to keep information accurate and up to date.
• Monitor and ensure accurate recording of all financial transactions.
• Attend team meetings and help implement improvements in identified problem areas to enhance relationships and team performance.
• Build effective internal and external relationships; consider new information in line with Service Standards, ISO Procedures and SAR requirements.

What will help you succeed in this role?

• Essential:
  • A real problem solver with good attention to detail and investigation skills
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills to meet targets and deadlines
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on high-quality work
  • A confident user of Microsoft Excel to an intermediate level
  • Proven experience in effective delegation and upwards management of tasks
• Desirable:
  • Legal Cashiering experience is advantageous
  • Experience of SRA (Solicitors Regulation Authority) requirements

What we offer

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and rewarded during their time at DWF. We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to provide a positive experience for all candidates and offer adjustments or additional support as needed. If your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all requirements, please apply anyway; you may be the right candidate for this role or others across the wider team.

About Us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.