Legal Accounts Assistant

Description

Sue Ross Legal are working on behalf of our client, a highly respected law firm in the recruitment of a Legal Accounts Assistant on a permanent basis.

The Role:

As Legal Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:

• Processing client and office account transactions in line with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SARs)
• Reconciling bank accounts and ledgers
• Assisting with month-end and year-end financial procedures
• Handling purchase ledger, invoices, and payments
• Supporting the production of financial reports
• Liaising with fee earners and other staff regarding billing and finance queries

About You:

• Previous experience working in a legal finance/accounts role is essential
• Good knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Strong numerical and IT skills, including Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work to deadlines in a busy team environment
• A proactive, professional, and reliable approach

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary package
• Training and ongoing professional development
• Friendly, supportive working culture
• The chance to be part of a well-established and growing law firm

Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.