Credit Control Assistant

Ison Harrison Solicitors; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Leeds is seeking a Credit Control Assistant to join their Accounts team. The role involves handling financial transactions, assisting with debt collection, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. While prior experience is not required, candidates should possess strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn. Full training is provided. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills required.
• Willingness to work in accounts in a legal environment.
• Full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection of the firm debt.
• Process financial transactions for the firm.
• Ensure ledgers are updated daily.
• Check and post bills.
• Handle incoming calls including card payments.
• Support team members as needed.

Skills

Numerate

Good attention to detail

Ability to communicate clearly

Ability to work under pressure

Good IT skills

Education

GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office products

Job description

Overview

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Credit Control Assistant to join our Accounts team on a full-time basis at Head Office, Leeds city centre.

We are looking for someone with excellent attention to detail who is organised and methodical with a can-do attitude, along with the ability to work quickly and efficiently to ensure deadlines are met. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team.

Full training is provided and no financial/legal experience is needed however the successful applicant will have a genuine interest in working in accounts in a legal environment.

Location

Duke House, 54 Wellington Street, Leeds LS12EE

Ison Harrison is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on any grounds other than the ability to carry out the job specification.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Key Tasks

• Assisting with the collection of the firm debt.
• Assisting with the processing of financial transactions for the firm.
• Ensuring that office, client and nominal account ledgers are updated daily.
• Checking and posting bills.
• Taking both internal and external calls, including taking card payments.
• Providing assistance to and cover for other members of the Accounts and Cashiers team.
• Ensuring that transactions and processes comply with the Solicitor’s Accounts Rules, HMRC rules and other relevant legislation and guidance.
• Contribute to maintaining and improving office and accounts procedures.
• Any other duties which from time to time are required by the firm.

Key Skills

• Numerate and GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) essential.
• To be able to communicate in writing, telephone and face to face clearly and without conflict.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work accurately in accordance with the requirements of the team.
• Ability to deal with enquiries in a customer-friendly and effective manner.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Good IT skills.

Knowledge

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Experience

• Full training is provided and no financial/legal experience is needed however the successful applicant will have a genuine interest in working in accounts in a legal environment.

Salary

• Dependant on skills and experience.

Please include your current salary and salary expectations within your application.