Legal Accounts Assistant

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in London is seeking a detail-oriented Legal Accounts Assistant to manage financial records and ensure compliance with Solicitors' Accounts Rules. The role offers a varied workload, a chance to develop skills in a supportive team, and comes with a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities to develop your skills

Qualifications

• Experience in legal cashiering or legal accounts.
• Strong understanding of compliance and financial transactions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules.
• Process BACS/CHAPS payments and manage bank reconciliations.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounts.

Skills

Legal accounting principles

Attention to detail

Proficiency in online banking systems

Job description

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? Exciting Opportunity: Legal Accounts Assistant ?

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with experience in legal accounts? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and compliance are key? We’re working with a prestigious law firm to find a Legal Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team!

What You’ll Do:

• Ensure compliance with the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules and maintain meticulous financial records.
• Process BACS/CHAPS payments, manage bank reconciliations, and handle client and office cheques.
• Support the conveyancing team with completions, Land Registry invoices, and stamp duty payments.
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounts, resolving queries both internally and externally.
• Keep ledgers and files organised while handling general accounts administration.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in a legal cashiering or legal accounts role (or similar).
• Strong understanding of legal accounting principles and compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Proficiency in online banking systems and confidence handling financial transactions.

Why Apply?

• Join a supportive and professional team within a well-respected firm.
• Gain exposure to a varied and engaging workload with opportunities to develop your skills.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your legal finance career, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.