Job Description

Legal Accounts Assistant -

Location: Leicester

Department: Finance / Accounts

Reports to: Accounts Manager / Head Legal Cashier

Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Accounts Assistant to support our finance department and ensure the smooth running of day-to-day accounts operations within the firm. The ideal candidate ideally will have experience working in a UK law firm or professional services environment and a clear understanding of the SRA Accounts Rules. However, we will consider applicants who have a keen willingness to learn and who possess a qualification in accounting.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Office Accounting

Processing client and office account receipts and payments in accordance with SRA Accounts Rules.

Allocating funds to correct client matters and ensuring accurate ledger postings.

Monitoring and reconciling client account balances, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Processing payments via online banking platform

Billing & Financial Administration

Assisting with the preparation and dispatch of client invoices, credit notes and billing queries.

Ensuring costs and disbursements are correctly recorded and billed.

Maintaining accurate financial records across all practice management systems.

Bank Reconciliations

Performing daily and monthly bank reconciliations for client and office accounts.

Identifying discrepancies and working with the Accounts Manager to resolve issues promptly.

Purchase Ledger & Expenses

Processing purchase invoices, staff expenses and supplier payments.

Maintaining supplier records and responding to supplier queries.

Ensuring VAT is correctly applied and recorded.

Financial Reporting Support

Assisting with month-end tasks, including reporting, journal entries and ledger reviews.

Producing financial reports for partners and fee-earners as required.

Compliance & Audit

Ensuring all financial processes comply with SRA Accounts Rules, AML requirements and internal financial policies.

Supporting internal and external audit processes.

Skills & Experience Required/Essential

Previous experience in a UK law firm accounts team or professional services finance environment.

Proficiency with legal practice management systems

Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Desirable

AAT Level 2/3 (or studying towards AAT qualification).

Experience handling client monies, disbursements and legal aid billing.

Familiarity with VAT rules relating to legal services.

Strong understanding of SRA Accounts Rules.

Personal Attributes

Discreet, reliable and professional, maintaining strict confidentiality.

Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a busy team.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

A methodical, problem-solving mindset.

Excellent attention to detail and ensuring accuracy at all times.

THIS IS STRICTLY AN OFFICE BASED POSITION ONLY

PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR CV/APPLICATION DIRECTLY TO ASMA.KARIM@D-W-S.CO.UK

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 24,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person