Accounts Assistant Conveyancing Milton Keynes - Permanent Our growing client is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and fast-paced conveyancing team in Milton Keynes. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment and wants to develop their career within the legal sector. In this role, you will support the Accounts Manager with the financial administration relating to residential property transactions, including sales, purchases, transfers of equity and re-mortgages. You will play an important part in ensuring transactions run smoothly and financial processes are completed accurately and in line with regulations. We are looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused and able to manage multiple tasks effectively. You should be comfortable working independently as well as collaborating with colleagues across the firm to deliver a high standard of service to clients. In return, they offer a supportive environment where you will have the opportunity to build your knowledge and develop your career in the legal industry. Key responsibilities Managing client account transactions in line with SRA Accounts Rules Reviewing and reconciling bank statements Posting incoming and outgoing funds to client ledgers Processing BACS and CHAPS payments Preparing and checking completion statements Assisting with the daily completion process for sale and purchase matters Submitting Stamp Duty Land Tax returns to HMRC/WRA and ensuring payments are made within the required timescales Responding to internal finance queries from colleagues across the business Monitoring and resolving aged balances Making payments to third-party organisations Assisting with ledger and account reconciliations Skills and experience Strong communication and organisational skills Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to problem solve and work independently Experience working with sale and purchase ledgers Previous experience in a similar accounts role (desirable) Professional and proactive approach Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules (preferred) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate!