Credit Control Assist

Job Description

Credit Control Assistant

Location: Leeds City Centre

Salary: 20000 - 24000

Experience required: No financial or legal experience needed - full training provided

About the Role

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Credit Control Assistant to join a friendly Accounts team at a well-established Yorkshire law firms Head Office in Leeds city centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail a methodical approach and a can-do attitude. Full training will be provided making this ideal for candidates looking to develop a career in accounts within a legal environment.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Debt Collection and Credit Control:
  • Assisting with the collection of firm debt
  • Managing credit control processes
  • Monitoring outstanding payments
  • Liaising with clients regarding payment matters
  • Supporting the wider credit control function
• Financial Transaction Processing:
  • Processing financial transactions for the firm
  • Checking and posting bills accurately
  • Ensuring office client and nominal account ledgers are updated daily
  • Taking card payments from clients
  • Maintaining accurate financial records
• Compliance and Procedures:
  • Ensuring transactions comply with Solicitors Accounts Rules
  • Adhering to HMRC rules and relevant legislation
  • Following office and accounts procedures
  • Contributing to maintaining and improving processes
  • Maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards
• Client and Team Support:
  • Taking internal and external telephone calls
  • Dealing with enquiries in a customer-friendly manner
  • Providing assistance to Accounts and Cashiers team members
  • Providing cover for colleagues when required
  • Supporting the smooth running of the department
• Administrative Duties:
  • Maintaining accurate records and documentation
  • Using Microsoft Office products effectively
  • Managing workload efficiently to meet deadlines
  • Any other duties as required by the firm

What Were Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualifications:
  • GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above)
  • Strong numeracy skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and methodical approach
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing by telephone and face to face
• Customer-friendly and effective manner when dealing with enquiries
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong prioritisation and time management skills
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Good IT skills particularly Microsoft Office products
• Can-do attitude and willingness to learn

Desirable:

• Genuine interest in working in accounts within a legal environment
• Previous experience in an administrative or accounts role
• Understanding of credit control processes
• Experience working in a professional services environment

Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Salary: 20000 - 24000 (dependent on skills and experience)
• Comprehensive pension scheme

Professional Development:

• Full training provided - no prior financial or legal experience needed
• Opportunity to develop your career in accounts
• Support for professional qualifications
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Working Environment:

• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Collaborative workplace culture
• Leeds city centre location with excellent transport links
• Access to city centre amenities

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established Yorkshire law firm with a strong reputation for quality legal services and excellent client care. They are committed to supporting their employees development and offer a collaborative friendly working environment where team members are valued and supported.

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: Leeds City Centre
Working Pattern: Full-time Permanent
Transport Links: Excellent public transport connections

Ready to Take the Next Step

If youre an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to develop your career in accounts within a legal environment we want to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact: Lee Hawthorne-Finch Email: Phone: 0