Job Description

Working for a major legal business, this role will report to the Credit Control Supervisor and will be based both at home and in the firm’s Leeds office offering support to the wider Credit Control team, with particular focus on the initial email communications in relation to client bills. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in gaining experience in providing high level support to the Credit Control team whilst working within a fast paced environment.

The Responsibilities

• Day to day management of the assigned client files
• Following a systematic process of increased collections pressure via email
• Identifying and escalating problematic clients, and to liaise with the lawyers/partners on the most appropriate course of action to take, taking into account the profile of the client
• Maintaining detailed and accurate notes regarding debtors on the firms internal system
• Assistance with in house reporting
• Ad hoc administration tasks within the department

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This role is for an entry level candidate looking for training and progression within a Finance function. Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to multi-task and work within tight deadlines. Ideally experience in an entry level finance role such as Finance Admin, Accounts payable etc. Strong communicator. Able to interact positively at all levels within a law firm and be a team player. Self-managed and able to learn quickly. Confident using MS Office, including Excel. Maintain a strong attention to detail and the ability to deal with confidential matters with discretion. Can demonstrate initiative and the ability to be proactive, while also being able to follow instructions. Deliver a ‘can do’ and proactive approach at all times.