Job Description

Part-Time Legal Finance Assistant

Cardiff (Office-based)

Part-time initially | Potential full-time opportunity

We are a well-established solicitors' firm based in Cardiff, specialising in conveyancing and immigration law. We are seeking an experienced Part-Time Legal Finance Assistant to support our Finance Manager with day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping duties.

This role is part-time to start with, with the opportunity to progress into a full-time position for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting the Finance Manager with bank reconciliations Daily bookkeeping and data entry Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero Processing invoices, payments, and receipts Handling client and office account transactions in line with SRA Accounts Rules Supporting fee earners with finance-related queries Assisting with month-end tasks and reports
Essential Requirements

Previous bookkeeping experience (legal sector experience strongly preferred) Xero experience is essential Experience using legal accounting/software systems Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work independently and handle confidential information
Desirable

Experience working within a solicitors' firm Smokeball experience is an advantage Familiarity with conveyancing and/or immigration finance processes
Working Hours

Office opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Part-time hours, working pattern, and progression to full-time to be discussed at interview stage
What We Offer

Flexible part-time role with scope to grow Supportive and professional working environment Opportunity to develop within an established legal practice Competitive rate, dependent on experience

To apply

, please submit your CV and a brief cover note outlining your relevant experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00-14.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 35 per week

Experience:

Bookkeeping: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person