Banking & Payments Assistant; Maternity Cover

Banking & Payments Assistant (Maternity Cover) (0240)

At Morton Fraser Mac Roberts we are a new style of law firm, independent by choice and a place where we make our own decisions and our people can have their own say. Our culture empowers all of our people to be the best they can be.

You’ll get responsibility early on and the support to make great things happen. And because we understand that hard work comes from people who are empowered to be at their best more of the time, we offer an agile working environment.

We are charting our way to become the best in our field, so if you share our ambition, come chart your best course with us.

Summary of Role

To provide timely, accurate and responsive client service to the firm through performance of daily banking and payment activities, assuring the sound and efficient financial running of the firm and reduced risk of loss.

This is a 12 Month Fixed-Term Maternity cover contract.

Key Tasks

• Undertake daily banking, dealing with all ingoing and outgoing funds and carrying out bank account reconciliations as required.
• Administer and control purchase ledger and credit cards to ensure accounts are settled in line with established procedures.
• Handle enquiries from internal (lawyers) and external (banks, suppliers, etc.) contacts to bring to resolution.
• Ensure bank and invoice postings are entered accurately, and with sufficient information, into the legal accounting system.
• Manage supplier payments, ensuring compliance with internal controls policies and authorisations matrix.
• Undertake set-up and lifecycle management of direct debits and authorise payments using internet banking as required.
• Enter journals and transfer into the legal accounting system.
• Process interest payments as required by senior team member.
• Ensure compliance to internal control procedures and Law Society of Scotland rules.

Qualifications and Experience

• The post requires someone used to dealing with accounts payable and banking and reconciliations duties.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to manage work to strict deadlines is essential.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive approach within the team, taking ownership of tasks, anticipating issues and supporting colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the finance function.

Person Specification

• You have excellent communication skills, you are articulate, you communicate clearly, concisely and without any jargon.
• You enjoy working within a team and autonomously on your own initiative.
• You are personable and good at building and developing client relationships.
• You are confident and you have a strong belief in yourself and your own ability.
• You are committed to providing a good client experience and willing to put in extra time and effort when required

Here at Morton Fraser Mac Roberts we believe in a positive work life balance and in an inclusive and friendly working environment.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome. We know that a culture of inclusion drives great results, and we're committed to making sure all our people feel valued and empowered. If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the application process, just let us know in your application. We will support you every step of the way.

If you have a disability and meet the basic requirements for the role, we will guarantee you an interview.

We offer a generous benefits package including:

• Profit Related Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance for all employees (BUPA)
• Holidays starting at 25 days plus 9 public holidays (plus birthday off)
• Tax Efficient Car Lease Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Access to Comprehensive Wellbeing resources
• Retail Discounts

We operate our business on an agile basis reflecting the needs of our clients and our people to deliver outstanding client service. We will agree a suitable office/homeworking arrangement with all candidates.

As signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, we recognise the value that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. Please ensure you include any military skills and qualifications you hold when applying for a vacancy with us to ensure they are recognised during our recruitment and selection process.