The role sits within the Trust & Corporate function of the business and is responsible for supporting the Client
Accounting requirements of an allocated portfolio of clients. It is a diverse role which is pivotal to ensuring we
meet client expectations. The role requires timely communication with external business partners in
conjunction with exceptional organisational skills to meet deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
· Day-to-day bookkeeping, transaction processing and accounting of the clients on HFL’s accounting software
· Keeping up-to-date accounting records for client entities, paying particular attention to bank statements, agreements, invoices, contracts, resolutions and other documents signed by an entity.
· Liaising with the Administration Team on accounts queries to ensure proper and adequate bookkeeping.
· Reconciliation of all ledger items with supporting documents and maintaining schedules/workings.
· Maintaining an awareness of changes to the relevant financial, legal and regulatory framework within which the company operates.
· Preparing and maintaining loan interest schedules.
· Updating accounts monitoring system.
· In all aspects of your role, display and adhere to our vision and values of Client Focus, Excellence in Execution, Integrity, Innovation, Value, Development and Leadership.
· To complete and input time in the time billing system on a daily basis.
· Any other duties as may be required from time to time in accordance with the demands of the role.
Personal attributes:
· A self-starter with the ability to work independently and accurately under pressure.
· Excellent communication, team-work and interpersonal skills to develop strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and other stakeholders.
· Strong computer literacy and problem-solving skills are essential.
· Practical experience in, or demonstratable knowledge of, the financial services industry.
Qualifications and expertise:
· A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role within the Finance Industry.
· Knowledge of the establishment of company and trust structures.
· Effective communication skills - both verbal and written.
· Has an enquiring mind, being able to question, research, apply and share learning.
· IT skills including the experience Microsoft Excel and Word.
· The ability to pick up and adapt to various bespoke IT/accounting systems and banking platforms.
· Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
· The ability to consistently deliver high standards of client service.
· A flexible attitude to working hours and willingness to assist the team as necessary.