Finance Assistant: AAT Pathway & Growth in Pro Services

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment is seeking a Finance Assistant for an established law firm in Sunderland. The role offers training towards Level 4 AAT and a path to progression into management- level positions over time.

You will handle invoices, supplier payments, VAT coding and help with financial reporting using Xero and LEAP, while maintaining accurate records and supporting the wider finance team.

Qualifications

• Some experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or bookkeeping role.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software/systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, credit notes and payments.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable and allocate receipts.
• Assist with VAT coding and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate records using Xero and LEAP.
• Support the team with general administration and finance queries.
• Ensure confidential handling of financial records.

Skills

Excel

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Level 4 AAT

Tools

Xero

LEAP

Job description

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment is seeking a Finance Assistant for an established law firm in Sunderland. The role offers training towards Level 4 AAT and a path to progression into management- level positions over time.

You will handle invoices, supplier payments, VAT coding and help with financial reporting using Xero and LEAP, while maintaining accurate records and supporting the wider finance team.