Finance Assistant Apprentice

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits an apprentice in the finance team at a prestigious law firm in Northampton. This role offers a chance to gain invaluable finance knowledge and skills while working in a supportive environment. The firm is known for its commitment to excellence and innovation, providing a comprehensive benefits package alongside competitive remuneration. As part of a dedicated team, you will ensure accurate client and office account management, process transactions, and contribute to improving financial processes. Ideal for someone eager to learn and grow in the finance sector, this position promises a rewarding career path.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working practices

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Proactive approach with the ability to manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Accounts Rules and maintain accurate accounts.
• Process client and office account transactions efficiently.
• Support the Lead Cashier and communicate issues promptly.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

IT Literacy (Excel, Outlook)

Organizational Skills

Proactive Approach

Education

A Levels or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Outlook

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Finance Assistant Apprentice, Northampton

Client:

Shoosmiths

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

The firm

Shoosmiths is the law firm clients choose for excellent service, incisive thinking and above all for our ability to focus on what matters. From offices across the UK and Brussels, we support some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses; amazing clients making an impact. We empower our people to be their authentic selves and deliver together in supportive teams committed to excellence and innovation. The first top 50 law firm to achieve ‘Platinum Standard’ Investors in People, our values and culture are not just words on our website but are the heartbeat of the firm.

We have an outstanding benefits package to complement our competitive remuneration system. In addition to the competitive salaries, great working environment and high-quality work, we believe that all staff should be rewarded for their commitment to the continued success of the firm through a comprehensive and flexible range of benefits.

To discover more about our benefits, please visit: Benefits Package

Our finance team are committed to providing an efficient and accurate service to our legal advisors and to other support functions. At the centre of this is ensuring that the client and office accounts are kept up to date and invoices are produced accurately and in a timely manner.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an apprentice to join our Finance team in Northampton. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to broaden their finance knowledge and gain new skills. You will need to have excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, flexibility, able to manage your own workload within tight deadlines.

Main responsibilities include:

• Understanding and ensuring compliance with the Accounts Rules in relation to all tasks.
• Avoiding breaches of the Accounts Rules.
• Keeping client and office accounts up to date accurately.
• Being approachable, flexible, and eager to learn.

Key areas:

• Processing client & office account transactions, including proformas and bills (individual, multi-matter bulk bills).
• Assisting in processing and inputting information from spreadsheets for bill production.
• Handling K2 bills and queries.
• Working as part of a team to ensure bills are produced accurately and promptly.
• Posting fees and charges daily.
• Liaising with other cashiering staff regarding transactions.
• Responding to accounting queries.
• Carrying out transfers (client to client, matter to matter, etc.) according to policies.

General duties include:

• Promptly distributing work within the team.
• Ensuring compliance with the Accounts Rules.
• Being proactive and suggesting process improvements.
• Communicating problems promptly to managers or legal advisors.
• Supporting the Lead Cashier when needed.

Skills and qualifications:

• Positive attitude with a proactive approach.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good IT literacy (Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Adaptability and high standards.
• Organized and tidy working approach.
• Reliable, friendly, and helpful.
• Flexible working practices.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.