Job Description
Supporting the Bookkeeping and Accounting Team, the Bookkeeper will be responsible for the completion of bank, investment and property bookkeeping as well as relevant control reconciliations.
Role Responsibilities
– Develop a good working relationship and work proactively with the Trust Administration Teams to resolve queries and assist the Accounting Team with the preparation of accurate trial balances.
– Take ownership, prioritise workload and communicate effectively with their line manager and third parties.
– Have a good understanding of online banking and accounting systems and will be able to demonstrate an ability to familiarise themselves with new systems effectively.
– Achieve personal targets as set out for their role (this will include targets for time recording and utilisation) and will also take action to ensure agreed business risk targets are met.
– Use technical capability to understand and manage risk with the support of their line manager, escalating where necessary and required in accordance with policies.
– Support with the timely completion of accurate bookkeeping in line with relevant policies and procedures.
– Responsible for completing a portfolio of bank, investment and property bookkeeping, as well as relevant control reconciliations.
Skills & Experience Required
– Hold a relevant professional bookkeeping qualification (such as AAT or CAT).
– Prior experience in Trust and Company bookkeeping will be beneficial.
– Working knowledge and understanding of relevant governance, compliance, risk policies and procedures.
– Ability to use judgement and initiative in applying standard work practices and solving day to day problems
– Be flexible and professional when working under time driven pressures and will have good prioritisation and time management skills.
– Able to deliver results without compromising on quality and accuracy.
– Be a strong team player, self-motivated and focussed on exceeding targets and goals.
– Have a high level of personal and interpersonal skills, building relationships with both clients and colleagues
Salary & Benefits
The salary for this role is negotiable dependent on qualifications and experience. A full benefits package is also offered which includes discretionary bonus, pension scheme and private medical insurance.
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