Accounts Assistant

Yolk Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm is seeking a skilled Legal Cashier to join their finance team. The role involves maintaining client ledgers, reconciling statements, and ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules. The ideal candidate will have prior experience and strong Excel skills, contributing to a supportive and professional environment.

Benefits

21 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Opportunities for continued professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate office and client ledgers.
• Reconciling bank statements and investigating discrepancies.
• Preparing and delivering weekly and monthly financial reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Excel skills

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join our finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in legal finance who is confident in managing client funds and ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules.

Key Responsibilities:

Working in a busy and collaborative office environment, your duties will include:

• Maintaining accurate office and client ledgers
• Reconciling bank statements and investigating discrepancies
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure financial data integrity
• Processing transactions, including receipts, payments, bank transfers, and cheques
• Preparing and delivering weekly and monthly financial reports
• Invoicing clients and managing overdue payments
• Processing purchase ledger invoices
• Reviewing and checking completion packs

Person Specification:

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier is essential
• Strong working knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Solid Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software
• High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary between 25,000 - 28,000, depending on experience
• 21 days of annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities for continued professional development

This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a well-established and reputable legal finance setting.