Legal Accounts Assistant - Flexible Hours & Perks

Lyons Bowe Solicitors; West of England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off every year

Parking or parking permit provided

Discounted legal services

Free eye tests and flu jabs

Access to mental health support

Flexible working options

Job summary

A legal firm in the UK is seeking a Legal Accounts Assistant to support their finance function. The ideal candidate will manage financial transactions, ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules, and maintain accurate records. Key qualifications include experience in legal finance, AAT qualification preferred but not essential, and proficiency in accounting software such as SOS. This role offers flexible working options and various employee benefits, including birthday leave and mental health support.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing financial records and transactions.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles in a legal context.
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process client and office account payments and transfers.
• Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Support month-end and year-end accounting processes.
• Respond to accounts related queries from clients and staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

AAT Qualification (or working towards one)

1-3 years of experience in an accounts or legal finance role

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Legal accounts software (e.g. SOS)

Job description

A legal firm in the UK is seeking a Legal Accounts Assistant to support their finance function. The ideal candidate will manage financial transactions, ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules, and maintain accurate records. Key qualifications include experience in legal finance, AAT qualification preferred but not essential, and proficiency in accounting software such as SOS. This role offers flexible working options and various employee benefits, including birthday leave and mental health support.