Legal Accounts Assistant - Hybrid (Central London)

CV Screen; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing legal firm in Central London is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant with knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules to join their team. This role involves processing client payments, managing finances, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a law firm and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 and a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility with 2-3 days working from home.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in the legal sector is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Process client and office payments per SRA rules.
• Allocate funds and monitor client balances.
• Prepare and issue client bills.
• Record disbursements and recoverable expenses.
• Handle credit notes and cost transfers.
• Ensure VAT and regulatory compliance.
• Support Credit Control with overdue invoices.
• Maintain ledgers.

Skills

Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and legal accounting practices

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment

Job description

A growing legal firm in Central London is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant with knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules to join their team. This role involves processing client payments, managing finances, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in a law firm and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 and a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility with 2-3 days working from home.