Trainee Accounts Assistant - Law

James Frank Associates; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US Law Firm in London seeks a Trainee Accounts Assistant for their Accounts department. This full-time role involves supporting various accounting tasks, ideal for a candidate with some experience or recent graduates eager to build a career in the legal finance sector.

Qualifications

• Around 1 year of Accounts/Finance experience is ideal.
• Proficient in MS programs; Aderant experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and prepare monthly reconciliations.
• Review and approve expense claims.
• Assist with accounting administration duties.

Skills

Analytical

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Recent graduate or completed studies in Finance/Accounts

Tools

MS programs

Job description

Our client, a leading US Law Firm is seeking a Trainee Accounts Assistant to join their Accounts department in London on a full-time, permanent basis.

Due to growth our client is looking for a Trainee Accounts Assistant to join them on a permanent basis, providing a high level of support to the Accounts department including processing expenses, completing accounts administration duties, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and more.

This is the ideal role for someone with around 1 years Accounts / Finance experience who is looking to get into a well-regarded Law Firm, or someone looking to step into the industry in an Accounts role either having recently graduated or just completed their studies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and approve expense claims
• Prepare and distribute weekly reports for the London and other European offices
• Assist with reporting
• Assist on dayto-day accounting duties when necessary
• Processing invoices
• Updating and maintaining internal systems and accounting software
• Prepare monthly reconciliations
• Post cash receipts
• Assist with accounting administration duties where necessary

Key Experience:

• Previous experience in an Accounts / Finance role in a Law Firm is advantageous, although not essential
• Keen to progress and pursue a career in Accounts
• Good with numbers
• Analytical with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail at all times
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proficient in MS programs any experience with Aderant is advantageous, although not essential
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules is advantageous, although not essential

This is an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Accounts Assistant to join a thriving international Law Firm who are leaders within the industry.

This is the ideal role to get your foot in the door of a respected firm where you will kickstart your career in the Legal field.

CVs are being reviewed, so please apply now for immediate consideration.