Legal Accounts Assistant

Our client is a modern and growing law firm seeking an experienced Legal Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of the practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with legal accounts experience to join a collaborative team and develop their career within a progressive legal environment.

The Role

Working closely with the finance team, you will be responsible for managing client and office accounts, ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, supporting month-end processes and maintaining accurate financial records. You will also work closely with fee earners and operational teams to provide finance support across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage client and office account transactions in line with SRA Accounts Rules

• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations

• Process client billing, transfers and completion statements

• Support supplier payments, expenses and banking activities

• Assist with payroll, VAT returns and month-end finance processes

• Maintain accurate financial records and support management reporting

• Assist with audit preparation and compliance requirements

• Respond to finance queries from colleagues and clients

• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and procedures

Requirements

• Previous experience in legal accounts, finance or bookkeeping

• Good understanding of SRA Accounts Rules

• Strong reconciliation and accounting skills

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities

• Confident communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office

• Experience using legal accounting software, Xero or QuickBooks is advantageous

• Able to manage workloads effectively in a fast-paced environment

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.