Account Assistant

Tuckers Solicitors; Greater London; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuckers Solicitors is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join the Finance team in London. This role offers a solid foundation in accounting with opportunities to progress toward a professional qualification while gaining practical experience in a growing law firm.

The successful candidate will support day-to-day accounting functions, develop their skills, and contribute to the firm’s continued growth and financial success.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• Ambition to progress within accountancy.
• Interest in pursuing professional accountancy qualification (AAT/ACCA/CIMA).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Competent with Microsoft Excel and financial systems.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Organised and able to manage competing priorities.
• Can work independently and contribute to a team.
• Professional and proactive approach; keen to learn and take on responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Maintain accurate financial records.
• Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Process payments and receipts.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Post journals and maintain ledgers.
• Assist with month-end procedures and reporting.
• Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies.
• Provide financial information to internal departments.
• Support wider Finance team with general accounting and admin duties.
• Assist with finance projects and process improvements as the business grows.

Skills

Accounts experience

Excel

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent working

Education

AAT/ACCA/CIMA qualification (studying)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Tuckers Solicitors is one of the UK's leading criminal defence law firms, with a strong national presence and ambitious plans for continued growth.

We are looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Accounts Assistant to join our Finance team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a solid foundation in accounts who is looking to develop their skills, take on greater responsibility and build a long-term career within finance.

The Opportunity

We are particularly interested in candidates who are ambitious and looking to progress towards becoming a qualified accountant.

Whether you are already studying towards an AAT, ACCA or CIMA qualification, or are looking to begin your accountancy studies, Tuckers is committed to supporting the right candidate with their professional development.

We will provide support and encouragement to help you work towards your chosen accountancy qualification, alongside gaining valuable practical experience within a growing and professionally managed Finance function.

This is an opportunity to join a business where your development and progression can grow alongside the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support the Finance team with a range of day-to-day accounting and financial responsibilities, including:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
• Processing payments and receipts
• Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Posting journals and maintaining ledgers
• Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting
• Investigating and resolving financial discrepancies
• Providing financial information to internal departments
• Supporting the wider Finance team with general accounting and administrative duties
• Assisting with finance projects and process improvements as the business continues to grow

About You

We are looking for an individual who:

• Has previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role
• Has a genuine ambition to progress within accountancy
• Is interested in working towards a professional accountancy qualification
• Has strong attention to detail and takes pride in producing accurate work
• Is confident using Microsoft Excel and financial systems
• Has good numerical and analytical skills
• Is organised and able to manage competing priorities
• Can work independently while also contributing effectively to a team
• Has a professional and proactive approachIs keen to learn, develop and take on additional responsibility

Previous experience within a law firm is essential.

Why Join Tuckers?

Tuckers is entering an exciting period of growth, providing excellent opportunities for individuals who want to develop their careers within an expanding organisation.

You will join an established Finance team and have the opportunity to gain broad commercial experience while receiving support towards your professional accountancy qualification.

We are looking for someone who wants more than simply an Accounts Assistant position.

We want to invest in an ambitious individual who wants to develop into a qualified accountant and build a long-term career with Tuckers.

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant with ambition, drive and a desire to progress within accountancy, we would be pleased to hear from you.