Legal Account Assistant

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Kingston upon Thames is looking for a Full-Time Accounts Assistant to join their busy team. The ideal candidate will have experience in a legal accounts role and a solid understanding of SRA compliance. This position involves managing financial operations and offers opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant within a law firm is essential.
• Knowledge of anti-money laundering legislation and SRA accounting rules is necessary.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the smooth financial operation of the firm within a close-knit accounts team.
• Handle client account payments and receipts, posting and reconciling bank transactions.
• Support credit control processes and manage file opening and compliance procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Effective communication

Job description

Accounts Assistant | Legal Sector | Kingston upon Thames

A well-established law firm based in Kingston upon Thames is seeking aFull-Time Accounts Assistantto join their busy and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced legal accounts professional to play a key role in the day-to-day financial operations of a reputable, multi-disciplinary practice.

Location:Kingston upon Thames, Surrey

Sector:Legal (Solicitors)

Job Type:Full-Time, Permanent, Office Based

Salary:£30,000 - £45,000 (Experience Dependant)

The Role:
Working within a close-knit accounts team, the successful candidate will assist in the smooth financial operation of the firm. Prior experience in a legal accounts role is essential, along with a solid understanding of SRA compliance and legal accounting procedures. This role in time, can offer progression.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• File opening and compliance procedures (including ID checks and source of funds)
• Handling client account payments and receipts
• Posting and reconciling bank transactions
• Managing client-to-office transfers
• Processing HMLR/Searchflow statements
• Supporting credit control processes
• Answering queries from legal teams
• Covering for team absences and assisting with file closures

Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant within a law firm is essential (candidates without this will unfortunately not be considered)
• Experience in a solicitors' accounts department
• Knowledge of anti-money laundering legislation
• Familiarity with SRA accounting rules
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients

Interested?
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Accounts Assistant- please apply within or send your CV to [e-mail]