Estate Accounting Technician — High-Value Estates

IM LLP; Chichester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm is seeking an Estate Accounting Technician in their Chichester office. This role involves preparing estate accounts and managing tax returns for high-net-worth clients. Candidates should excel in Microsoft Office, have attention to detail, and experience with case management systems. Join a collaborative team that values professional growth and supports well-being initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to impact financial services in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

25 days holidays plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Paid volunteering days

Health membership benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in preparing tax returns and handling income tax, CGT, and IHT compliance.
• Ability to manage sensitive financial data with professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Prepare interim and final estate accounts in line with STEP guidelines.
• Support senior fee earners in estate administration and compliance.
• Calculate and report income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax liabilities.
• Contribute to business development and participate in training and development activities.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Understanding of estate and trust accounting principles

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Experience with case management systems

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

A national law firm is seeking an Estate Accounting Technician in their Chichester office. This role involves preparing estate accounts and managing tax returns for high-net-worth clients. Candidates should excel in Microsoft Office, have attention to detail, and experience with case management systems. Join a collaborative team that values professional growth and supports well-being initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to impact financial services in a supportive workplace.