We’re seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our busy Finance team, providing essential support across a range of legal accounting functions. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong numeracy and organisation skills to develop their career in a professional and fast-paced legal environment.
About the Role
As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day financial operations. Your responsibilities will include:
Managing client account payments, including currency transactions, following internal approval procedures.
Reconciling client bank accounts, including foreign currency accounts.
Sorting and distributing daily post across sub-teams.
Handling cheque receipts, banking preparation, petty cash, and cheque writing.
Processing client account receipts (BACS/CHAPS/credit card) using accounting systems and online banking, ensuring compliance with Solicitors’ Accounts Rules.
Uploading matter-related disbursements and running interest calculations as needed.
Assisting with preparation of client bills for property teams, ensuring they align with firm policies.
Managing time transfers, write-offs, and general finance queries via phone and email.
Providing holiday and sickness cover across the Accounts sub-team, including purchase ledger tasks.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for a reliable and adaptable individual with:
GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
Experience in professional services or a legal environment (desirable).
Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.
A team-focused attitude with excellent communication skills.
Solid organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines.
A self-motivated, professional and flexible approach to work.
The ability to work confidentially, under pressure, and with tact and discretion.
Confidence using Microsoft Office and accounting systems.
A willingness to learn and develop within the role.
What We Offer
We believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Our benefits include:
A supportive and collaborative working environment.
Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
22 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
Access to Perkbox, offering a wide range of discounts and wellness perks.
Competitive salary package and pension scheme.
If you're looking to build a career within a respected legal finance team and want to work in a friendly, dynamic firm where your contribution is valued – we’d love to hear from you.
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