Accounts Assistant

MPJ Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Orpington is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the Financial Controller. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of relevant experience and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include managing financial transactions and ensuring regulatory compliance. This position offers a competitive salary, opportunities for professional development, and a hybrid work model after training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional training

33 holidays + Birthday off

Paid volunteer time

Hybrid work after successful training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months experience in a similar role.
• Able to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities with a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Controller in financial transactions.
• Process payment runs via BACS and cheque.
• Handle bank transfers and client bills.
• Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.

Skills

Accounts Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Excel Proficiency

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant

£28,000 - £29,000 per annum

Orpington

Monday - Friday, 9 - 5pm (Hybrid after completion of training period)

MPJ Recruitment are proud to be supporting an established legal firm based in Orpington, who are currently searching for an Accounts Assistant to support the Financial Controller.

The business has been established for over 10 years, and they invest heavily in training and supporting their staff. They are a small business, employing roughly 50 staff at the moment but they are expanding rapidly throughout 2025, heading into 2026. Now is a great time to join and establish yourself within the business!

Responsibilities

Accounts Assistant Responsibilities:

You will support the Financial Controller and work within the Accounts Department to ensure the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. This role requires an understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules and other regulatory requirements, combined with excellent communication and organisational skills.

Main duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Managing and operating online banking facilities.
• Processing payment runs via BACS and cheque.
• Handling bank transfers, office accounting transactions, and client bills.
• Inputting and processing nominal and file-related invoices.
• Processing travel and other staff expense claims.
• Managing file closures.
• Investigating and resolving residual client balances.
• Preparing and completing bank reconciliations.
• Monitoring and reviewing client balances.
• Recording any breaches or potential breaches of financial regulations.
• Ensuring full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and other applicable regulations.
• Participating in relevant training and professional development activities.
• Undertaking other reasonable duties as required from time to time.

Qualifications

Skills Required:

• Minimum of 12 months experience in a similar role, such as Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, or equivalent position.
• Proven ability to work effectively, collaboratively, and professionally within a team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrates sound judgement and a logical approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Proficient in using online systems and software, including the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel.

Benefits

Accounts Assistant Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional training and development
• 33 holidays + Birthday off!
• Hybrid after successful training
• Paid volunteer time
• Reward Hub

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