Finance Administrator

Bedell Cristin; Saint Helier; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Bedell Cristin in Jersey seeks a Finance Administrator to support day-to-day operations of the Finance team. You will assist with accounts payable and receivable, billing, reconciliations, and other routine finance tasks across the global partnership.

The role requires meticulous data entry, timely responses to queries, and high service standards. Working under guidance from senior colleagues, you will maintain records, contribute to month-end tasks, and provide absence cover for routine

Qualifications

• Previous administrative or finance experience is desirable.
• Positive, organised and adaptable approach to work.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to a supportive team.
• Good time-management and data-entry accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Post cash receipts accurately and promptly; verify payor information.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and investigate differences.
• Handle Finance Helpdesk queries and escalate complex matters.
• Process supplier invoices and staff expenses; support BACS runs.
• Enter electronic payments for sign-off and review.
• Assist with invoices and routine billing queries.
• Maintain accurate records in the practice management system.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Clear communication

Tools

Aderant

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Description

This role supports the day-to-day operations of the Finance team by providing accurate and timely administrative support across accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, reconciliations and other routine finance processes. Working under the guidance of senior colleagues, the Finance Administrator will help maintain accurate records, respond to day-to-day queries and deliver a high standard of service to the department and the wider Bedell Cristin global partnership.

Application Deadline: 13 November 2026

Department: Finance

Location: Jersey

Key Responsibilities

• Posting cash receipts accurately and promptly, checking payor information and escalating any anti-money laundering queries before funds are applied.
• Assisting with the preparation and completion of bank reconciliations in the practice management system (Aderant), investigating straightforward differences and escalating unresolved items.
• Monitoring and responding to routine tasks and enquiries received through the Finance Helpdesk, referring more complex matters to senior colleagues.
• Processing supplier invoices and staff expenses accurately and supporting the preparation of scheduled BACS payment runs and approved ad hoc payments.
• Entering electronic payments on banking platforms for review and authorisation by approved signatories.
• Assisting with the preparation of invoices and responding to routine billing queries from practice groups.
• Posting and maintaining accurate records in the practice management system.
• Running standard WIP and debtor reports and providing routine breakdowns for practice areas as requested.
• Posting corporate credit card transactions and matching them to statements and receipts, following up on missing information.
• Assisting the Property Team with weekly considerations related to property transactions.
• Assisting with the administration of client accounts in accordance with Jersey Law Society requirements and group policies, escalating concerns promptly.
• Following documented Finance procedures and suggesting practical improvements where appropriate.
• Providing absence cover for routine activities undertaken by other members of the Finance Team, following suitable training.
• Supporting departmental and firm-wide initiatives through ad hoc administrative and project work.
• Consistently delivering a high standard of service to internal and external clients.

Knowledge, skills and experience required

Technical knowledge

• A basic understanding of accounting principles and an interest in developing finance knowledge.
• Competence in MS Office (particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Previous experience using Aderant is advantageous but not essential.

Skills and experience

• Previous administrative or finance experience is desirable.
• A positive, organised and adaptable approach to work, with a willingness to learn.
• Values teamwork and actively contributes to a supportive working environment.
• Remains organised during busy periods (e.g., month-end) and works collaboratively with the team to meet deadlines.
• Good time-management skills, with the ability to organise routine tasks, follow priorities and raise capacity concerns promptly.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to accurate data entry and record keeping.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Builds trust by being dependable, accurate, and solution-focused, while welcoming guidance, feedback, and development opportunities from senior colleagues.

In this role you will be expected to

• Comply with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations, including those relating to anti‑money laundering and terrorist financing.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Act in alignment with the firm’s values and core behaviours
• Show flexibility when reasonably required to support team priorities and urgent transactional needs.