SSC Assistant - Business Restructuring Finance

BDO LLP; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy and business advisory firm in Liverpool is seeking an SSC Assistant to support national cashier reconciliation services. The role involves banking, liaising with banks, and managing case time allocations. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a GCSE in Mathematics. The firm values individuality and offers flexible working options, fostering career development through mentoring and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in cash book, treasury, or cashiering (advantageous but not essential).
• Knowledge of the Insolvency system IPS (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Banking of cash and cheques, performing bank reconciliations.
• Liaising with Banks and the Insolvency Service regarding funds.
• Managing case time allocation and completing VAT returns.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

IT Skills

Education

GCSE Mathematics

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

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SSC Assistant - Business Restructuring Finance

Apply locations Liverpool | Time type: Full time | Posted on: Posted Yesterday | Job requisition id: R17852

Ideas | People | Trust

We’re BDO, an accountancy and business advisory firm providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world.

We work with Britain’s economic engine—ambitious, entrepreneurial, high-growth businesses—and directly advise their owners and management teams.

We’ll broaden your horizons

Our Shared Service Centre (SSC) supports various teams across our firm. As part of this friendly department, you’ll work on exciting projects and develop your skills, whether you’re starting out or looking to advance your career. We offer a supportive environment to help you reach your potential.

We’ll help you succeed

Our reputation is built on delivering high-quality advice through a thorough understanding of our clients’ businesses. You’ll work proactively and collaboratively, communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and Partners. You’ll also be encouraged to identify opportunities for service improvement and additional offerings.

The firm seeks an Assistant to provide a national cashier reconciliation service within the Business Recovery stream. The BRFS team is part of BDO’s growing SSC based in Liverpool, supporting internal business functions.

Main responsibilities include:

1. Banking of cash and cheques, opening/closing bank accounts, and performing bank reconciliations
2. Liaising with Banks and the Insolvency Service regarding funds
3. Supporting cashier instructions with appropriate documentation
4. Handling ad hoc enquiries from partners and staff
5. Managing case time allocation, reviewing chargeability, and completing VAT returns
6. Carrying out VAT reclaims/payments and electronic filings

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in cash book, treasury, or cashiering (advantageous but not essential)
• GCSE Mathematics qualification
• Strong IT skills, especially MS Excel; willingness to learn new systems
• Knowledge of the Insolvency system IPS (desirable)
• Professional communication skills—verbal and written
• Good time management, organization, and teamwork abilities

We value individuality and offer flexible, agile working options. We support your career development through various programs and resources.

We’re in it together

Mutual support and respect are core to our culture. We provide mentoring, coaching, and state-of-the-art collaboration spaces to foster learning and teamwork.

We’re looking forward to the future

We help entrepreneurial businesses succeed, fueling the UK economy. Our success depends on our people, and we continually invest in your growth. We aim to build on our strengths with clarity and openness, empowering you to innovate and improve.

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