Accounts Administrators x 6 New Department

Abacus Professional Recruitment Ltd; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an Accounts Administrator in Belfast to join a supportive finance team. Key responsibilities include managing client transactions, ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will have experience in accounts administration, a solid understanding of regulations and anti-money laundering procedures, along with strong organisation and communication skills. Proficiency in Excel and financial systems is preferred. This role offers flexible working arrangements and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Life assurance

Income protection

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts administration within a corporate or professional services firm.
• Solid understanding of regulations, rules, and AML procedures.
• High level of organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage client account transactions and compliance.
• Process client and deposit payment requisitions
• Reconcile daily bank movements and investigate unidentified receipts.
• Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and AML regulations.
• Support audits and prepare client cash statements and reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Tools

Excel

ERP systems (like SAP, MS Dynamics or Oracle)

Job description

Would you like to work where...

• Inclusivity & Support are the number one considerations: A culture that values diversity, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Competitive Benefits Packages are guaranteed: Private health insurance, life assurance, income protection, wellbeing support, and more.
• Flexible Working will always be available: Hybrid options and modern office spaces with hot‑desking.
• Social & Community Engagement is expected: Be part of firm‑wide events, clubs, and networks that make work more enjoyable and make a big impact in the local community.

About the Role

Are you meticulous, organised, and confident handling client money within a busy legal finance environment? We’re looking to build a new team of Accounts Administrators to play a key role in managing client account transactions and maintaining regulations and compliance. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive finance team, ensuring accuracy, control, and exceptional service across all areas of the department.

What You’ll Do

• Checking, banking, and posting all client, currency, and deposit receipts
• Processing client and deposit payment requisitions accurately and promptly
• Managing inter‑ledger transfers (Client to Bill, Client to Disbursement, etc.)
• Reconciling daily bank movements and investigating unidentified receipts
• Assisting with opening and closing client, joint, and escrow bank accounts
• Ensuring full compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) regulations
• Supporting year‑end audits and preparing client cash statements and reports
• Handling ad‑hoc queries from fee earners, partners, and external stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• Has experience in accounts administration ideally within a mid-sized corporateor professional services firm
• Possesses a solid understanding regulations, rules and AML procedures
• Is highly organised with strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Has great communication skills and the confidence to build internal and external relationships
• Is proficient in Excel and financial systems (ideally ERP like SAP, MS Dynamics or Oracle)
• Works well under pressure and can manage deadlines effectively