Junior Accounts Assistant

About us

A law firm focused on people and collaboration. For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world's most remarkable people and organisations at defining moments in their lives. We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes. Many of our clients are shaping the future and creating solutions to tackle many of the world's problems.  It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice. Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there – whether they are building a business, looking after their family, involved in a complex dispute or protecting their finances for the future. To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. We are agile, focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy. It is a truly flexible working culture that puts people first. Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself.

Overview

Under the general direction of the Finance Manager, the Junior Accounts Assistant will be responsible to process daily receipts of firm and client funds and any other accounting and finance duties, as assigned. 

Key Support Tasks and Essential Duties

• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Record invoices, verifying the correct application of VAT
• Communicate with other departments to apply the proper codes for recordings
• Conduct regular reviews to ensure costs were correctly allocated, in respect of the budget
• Prepare courtesy copies and support in communication with clients and suppliers
• Assist the finance department with month and year end closing activities, as required.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive.  It is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this job and, as such, the role may include the undertaking of additional tasks as required.

Preferred Technical Skills 

• Microsoft Office (Excel)
• Elite 3E
• Creditforce
• iManage

Skills and Attributes

• Previous relevant experience (1-2 years)
• Fluent in Italian and intermediate skills in English (B1 or higher)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of meeting deadlines while being attentive to detail
• Ability to work well both in a team and independently
• Ideally you will have worked in a similarly dynamic environment, previous experience within a law firm is appreciated but not mandatory
• Passionate and enthusiastic about providing exceptional client service
• The integrity to handle highly confidential information appropriately.

For further information, please contact the recruitment team.

Information for Recruitment Agencies

We endeavour to recruit and fill vacancies directly. However, when we do need to engage with agencies, we operate a preferred supplier list ('PSL') and will not be accepting unsolicited applications from non-PSL agencies for this role.

Equal Opportunities Employment Statement

It is our policy to provide equal opportunities for all employees/prospective employees in relation to recruitment, training and promotion.  Decisions in these areas will be made only by reference to the requirements of the job and shall not be influenced by any consideration of ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation or disability.

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