Accounts Assistant

CEL Solicitors; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Sickness Entitlement

Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Leave

Death in Service

Company Bar

Paid Exam Leave

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (

Job summary

CEL Solicitors in Liverpool is seeking a part-time Accounts Assistant to support day-to-day finance activities with a focus on accuracy and reliability. The role offers training and a flexible 3-day week, with hours discussed and a pro-rata salary based on experience.

Responsibilities include AP/AR, invoicing, reconciliations, VAT and management reporting support, plus general accounts administration. Experience in a legal firm is desirable but not essential, with a friendly team culture and

Qualifications

• You'll need experience in an accounts, bookkeeping or finance role.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy are essential.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and Office applications.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Discretion with confidential information and professional approach.
• Clear, friendly communication and a proactive learning attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support administration of financial transactions including AP/AR, billing and reconciliations.
• Handle high volumes of internal and external queries.
• Process supplier invoices, PO matching and payment runs.
• Raise sales invoices and post disbursements.
• Assist with VAT returns and other tax filings.
• Prepare reports and analysis for management.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records and identify process improvements.

Skills

Accounts experience

Attention to detail

Excel

Time management

Discretion

Communication

Willingness to learn

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office applications

Job description

3 days per week – Wednesday, Friday and one other day of your choice (working hours can be discussed)

£28,000 - £30,000 full time will be pro rota accordingly - based on experience

Join Our Team as an Accounts Assistant

Are you organised, accurate and great with numbers? Whether you've worked in an accounts or finance role before, we'd love to hear from you.

Previous accounts experience in a law firm would be great, but it isn't essential. Full training will be provided, so what matters most is your attention to detail, your reliability and your willingness to learn.

Our vibrant office in Liverpool City Centre overlooks the Liver Birds and the waterfront, and our culture is built on genuine care for our clients and colleagues.

At CEL, we blend the professionalism of a corporate firm with the warmth of a family business. We are different, but in a good way!

Fancy a game of pool or darts during your lunch break? On Fridays, we wrap up at 3:30pm and head to our bar for a drink of your choice before joining in the excitement at our amphitheatre.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Accounts Assistant, you'll be part of our Accounts team, supporting the day-to-day running of the firm's finances and helping to keep our financial records accurate and up to date. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the administration of the firm's financial transactions, including accounts payable and receivable, billing and bank reconciliations
• Managing high volumes of queries from internal and external stakeholders
• Allocating cash received by BACS, Faster Payments, cheque and CHAPS
• Processing supplier invoices, matching them to purchase orders and setting up payment runs
• Raising sales invoices and posting bills and disbursements
• Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns and other tax-related filings
• Helping to prepare reports and analysis for management
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes
• Making sure all financial records are accurate and up to date
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and helping to put changes in place
• General accounts administration, filing and record keeping

Who We're Looking For

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

• Experience in an accounts, bookkeeping or finance role
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Office applications
• The ability to manage your workload and meet deadlines
• A discreet and professional approach to handling confidential information
• Clear communication skills and a friendly, helpful manner
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn

It would be great (but not essential) if you have:

• Experience working in a law firm or professional services environment
• Legal cashier experience
• Knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules
• Experience with accounting or practice management software
• A relevant qualification, such as AAT, or be working towards one

If you're ready to join a company where your contribution matters and your success is celebrated, we'd love to hear from you.

Gratitude is one of our core values. To show appreciation for our team, we offer:

• Enhanced Sickness Entitlement
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Death in Service
• Company Bar
• Paid Exam Leave
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Christmas Closure

Company Overview

CEL Solicitors are experts in no win, no fee civil litigation claims Everyone at CEL Solicitors is passionate about the law and will go above and beyond to exceed the needs of each client.