Accounts Assistant

Spire Solicitors LLP; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Norwich is seeking an Accounts Assistant to provide comprehensive support to their Accounts team. This role involves managing ledgers, processing transactions, and ensuring adherence to financial procedures. The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy environment and demonstrate strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork skills. Join a collaborative culture that prioritizes client needs and personal development.

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan with Bupa

Contributory pension scheme

25 days’ annual leave (FTE), plus Bank Holidays

2 self-care days per year (FTE)

3.5 days paid 'close down' days at Christmas

Personal Development Plan to support your career

Wellbeing Champions to support your wellbeing

Agile/Flexi Working Policy

Staff events and an active social committee

Collaborative and engaging company culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining client & office ledgers and posting receipts/payments.
• Assisting with month/year-end reconciliations and reports.
• Carrying out credit/debit card transactions and resolving queries.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Team Player

Job description

The Opportunity:

We have a new opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join our Accounts team, based at our Norwich office. This role provides comprehensive accounts support to the team as well as the wider firm. The department works in a fast-paced environment, and they are looking for an individual who feels comfortable working to tight deadlines.

About the Team:

The Accounts team is at the heart of the firm. Based in Norwich, the team plays a pivotal part in the success of the firm; friendly and approachable, they are a hardworking and professional group of like-minded financial professionals who are passionate about their responsibilities. The team needs to grow, which reflects the growth of Spire Solicitors, but also our desire to bring in new ideas and thinking as part of our commitment to continuous improvement.

The Role:

This role will see the successful candidate undertaking the following tasks:

1. Maintaining client & office ledgers, including posting receipts and payments in accordance with practice procedures.
2. Issuing BACS, CHAPS, and banking of cheques.
3. Preparing the daily banking, including the preparation and execution of online banking transactions.
4. Checking and posting bills/costs, checking Completion Statements, and making daily transfers from client to office accounts.
5. Assisting with month/year-end reconciliations and reports, as well as adhering to credit control procedures and processes.
6. Carrying out credit/debit card transactions (including resolving any queries with fee earners) and dealing with the day-end reconciliation of these transactions.
7. Closing matters and assisting with administration of archiving.
8. Assisting (as required) during audits of our accounts.
9. Undertaking any other reasonable duties or activities which may be allocated.

The Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be adept at managing multiple tasks and should be able to evidence an extremely strong attention to detail. They should be a team player who can quickly gain the trust of their team and clients, as well as our professional colleagues in this demanding area of legal work. A good working knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules would be an advantage, but this can be picked up quickly. We pride ourselves on putting our clients at the forefront of what we do, and we are looking for candidates who share this passion.

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has previous experience in a similar role.
• Can demonstrate great time management, IT, and communication skills, and understands the importance of attention to detail.
• Enjoys a busy environment and has the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Has a positive "can-do" attitude and likes to learn new skills.
• Would be a great team player who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Can build a strong rapport with clients as well as their team.
• Would take this opportunity to develop (personally and professionally) in a firm that actively puts the needs of our people and clients at the heart of what we do.

#TeamSpire:

Spire Solicitors LLP is one of the largest legal firms in the region. With our head office in the heart of Norwich city centre, we have a strong regional presence with offices in market towns throughout Norfolk including Attleborough, Aylsham, Dereham, Diss, Watton, and Wymondham. We offer a comprehensive range of legal advice and pride ourselves on our friendly and personable culture.

Benefits:

• Healthcare cash plan with Bupa
• Contributory pension scheme
• 25 days’ annual leave (FTE), plus Bank Holidays
• 2 self-care days per year (FTE)
• 3.5 days paid "close down" days at Christmas
• Personal Development Plan to support your career
• Wellbeing Champions to support your wellbeing within the firm
• Agile/Flexi Working Policy
• Staff events and an active social committee
• A collaborative and engaging company culture

Equal Opportunities:

Spire Solicitors LLP is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for interview and potential employment without regard to disability, gender identity, race, sex, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.