Senior Finance Assistant

Adecco; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Peterborough seeks a Senior Finance Assistant to ensure smooth financial operations. Responsibilities include managing transactions, handling VAT queries, and supervising the finance team. Previous finance experience is preferred, ideally within a law firm. The successful candidate will possess excellent numerical and communication skills, thrive in a team environment, and have attention to detail. This position offers a competitive salary and supports professional development.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for growth and development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous finance experience preferred, ideally in a law firm.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Excellent communication skills and a reliable team player.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth financial operations and client care.
• Conduct daily balance checks for accuracy.
• Handle VAT queries and perform reconciliations.
• Manage ledger queries and verify transactions.
• Assist with supervising and training the finance team.

Skills

Finance experience

Numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Ability to follow instructions

Basic IT understanding

Job description

Job Title: Senior Finance Assistant
Location: Peterborough
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time - Monday to Friday 9am-5.30pm

Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? Our client, a reputable and established law firm, is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Finance Assistant to join their vibrant team. If you thrive in a professional environment where your expertise can shine, we want to hear from you!

What You\'ll Be Doing

• As a Senior Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth financial operations while delivering excellent client care internally and externally.
• Conducting daily balance checks to ensure accuracy
• Handling VAT queries, reconciliations, and returns with precision
• Managing ledger queries and performing reconciliations
• Verifying daily TT\'s and BACS transactions
• Assisting with the Family Legal Aid process
• Posting journal entries and managing month-end control reconciliations
• Recording and reporting potential breaches of SRA accounts rules
• Checking and processing client invoices accurately
• Assisting the Finance Manager in supervising and training the team
• Reviewing long-standing balances and taking proactive measures
• Managing and collecting debts, ensuring timely payments
• Processing incoming funds and resolving account queries
• Performing ad hoc duties as required

What You Bring to the Table

• Previous finance experience (preferably in a law firm, but not essential)
• Legal cashier experience is a plus!
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions accurately
• Basic understanding of IT programs and office equipment
• Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
• Enthusiastic team player with reliability and integrity
• Competence in grammar and punctuation for effective communication

Why Join Us

• Be part of a modern, friendly firm that values professionalism and personal touch
• Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth and development
• Contribute to a team that is committed to excellence in legal services
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you meet the requirements, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV.

Join our client\'s team and be a key player in providing exceptional finance assistance within a dynamic law firm. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

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Job Info

Job Title: Senior Finance Assistant

Company:

Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Posted: Jan 26th 2026

Closes: Feb 26th 2026

Sector: Legal

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

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