Legal Book-keeper

Pathway Legal; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well respected law firm in Belfast is seeking an experienced Legal Bookkeeper to support their finance team. The role involves managing financial operations, including day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll processing, and VAT returns. Ideal candidates have strong attention to detail and proficiency in accounting systems. This position offers flexibility for full-time or part-time work.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day bookkeeping tasks in compliance with Solicitors’ Accounts Regulations.
• Support payroll processing and pension scheme administration.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers.
• Work alongside the firm’s existing bookkeeper to manage financial workflows.
• Provide support with general office administration as required.

Skills

accounts

vat returns

wages

legal bookkeeping

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Legal Bookkeeper, East Belfast, Full-time / Part-time (flexibility considered). Our client is a well established and well respected law firm in Belfast. They currently wish to recruit an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Bookkeeper to join their finance and administration team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a well-established legal practice, supporting the financial operations of the firm in a collaborative and professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day bookkeeping tasks in compliance with Solicitors’ Accounts Regulations
• Support payroll processing and pension scheme administration
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers
• Work alongside the firm’s existing bookkeeper to manage financial workflows
• Provide support with general office administration as required

Essential Criteria

• Proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in a legal environment and knowledge of Solicitors’ Accounts Regulations
• Familiarity with payroll systems and pension scheme administration
• Office administration experience

To discuss this role in confidence, contact Orla Milligan at Pathway – Specialists inLegal Recruitment:

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Skills

• accounts
• vat returns
• wages
• legal bookkeeping