Ledger Clerk in Manchester

We are Wilson Gunn, a leading firm of patent and trade mark attorneys with offices in Manchester, Birmingham, Chesterfield, Glasgow, Liverpool and London. Our clients range from aspiring start-ups and SMEs through to multinational corporations and internationally renowned brands.

We are now looking for a ledger clerk to join the finance team in our head office in Manchester on a permanent, full-time basis, working 35 hours a week.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience (with a salary review upon successful completion of probation)
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Christmas bonus
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme (after three months’ service)
• 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 30 days with length of service
• Holiday buy/sell scheme (after 12 months’ service)
• Full support and ongoing training
• Cycle to work scheme (after successful completion of probation)

If you are looking to advance your career in one of the country’s leading IP firms, we want to hear from you.

At Wilson Gunn LLP, we are committed to learning and development and provide our employees with the support they need to achieve their full potential. You will play an important role in supporting the finance function, helping to maintain accurate financial records and contributing to the smooth running of the department.

We offer a flexible and hybrid approach to working, enabling employees to balance office and home-based working. While there is flexibility around working patterns, this role requires regular attendance at our Manchester office, with a minimum on-site presence expected each week to support collaboration and the effective operation of the finance team.

The Role

• Ensure that our internal accounts are accurate and up to date
• Provide general administrative support to the accounts function
• Maintain intellectual property office deposit accounts
• Maintain cashbooks, including posting receipts/payments to Sage and bank reconciliation
• Maintain sales and purchase ledgers, including posting disbursements, sales invoices and overheads to Sage
• Check disbursements entered on the practice management system
• Process payments
• Process monthly invoices
• Assist with credit control

About You

• At least one year’s experience in accounts (preferable)
• Experience of Sage (preferable)
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• At a minimum, GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4-5/C or above in English and Maths
• An outstanding eye for detail and the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• The ability to use your initiative and work independently to assist the accounts team
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and use initiative
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Wilson Gunn LLP and Webrecruit are equal opportunities employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated fairly and with respect.

If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career and join a respected and successful professional services firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.