Job Description

Position:

Legal Bookkeeper

Location:

Boyd Rice Solicitors, 6 Mill Street, Newtownards, BT23 4LU or hybrid working arrangement.

Company:

Boyd Rice Solicitors Ltd

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

Competitive, commensurate with experience

About Us:

Boyd Rice Solicitors is a progressive law firm with offices in Newtownards, Bangor and Belfast. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to achieve their best.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented book keeper to become an integral part of our accounts department. The ideal candidate will maintain our financial records and ensure compliance with Law Society regulations. You will be supported in the role by our current legal book keeper and by an Accounts Administrator.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintaining client ledgers Bank reconciliations daily and identify any discrepancies Handling billing and invoicing to clients Completing VAT returns Recording all transactions into accounting software and ensuring accuracy Handling payroll/Pension/PAYE contributions/employees expenses Paying office invoices Process credit/debit card transactions Process cash machine transactions Provide financial reports on a monthly balance to includes Balance sheet, profit and loss and Trial balance Bank lodgment's Working with the firm's accountants for Tax P11D /year end accounts

Qualifications:

Education:

Previous experience as a book keeper preferably as a legal book keeper is an essential criteria.

Experience:

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent organisational and multitasking skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Attributes:

Detail-oriented with a focus on quality Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Proactive and self-motivated Strong leadership and team-building capabilities

Why Join Us?

Innovative Environment:

Work in a forward-thinking company that values creativity and innovation.

Professional Development:

Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

Collaborative Culture:

Join a supportive team that values collaboration and mutual respect.

Competitive Benefits:

Health insurance, over average annual leave and other benefits.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a good fit for this position to sarah@boydricesolicitors.com Please include "Legal Bookkeeper Application" in the subject line.

Application Deadline:

Friday 20th June 2025

Boyd Rice Solicitors is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of you joining our dynamic team!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 26,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person