Job Description

Applications will not be considered without both a CV and cover letter

GoodLaw Solicitors LLP are looking for an experienced Senior Accounts Assistant to join our lively Accounts team in Hove. We are a vibrant, friendly firm seeking the best talent to join and grow with us. Applicants will need to have experience working in an Accounts department within a law firm.

Main Duties

Accurate and timely processing of supplier/purchase invoices

Conduct regular office account reconciliations and resolve outstanding items

Resolution of invoice and payment queries

Maintain the integrity of the office ledger, making adjustments where necessary to ensure full compliance with firm policy and regulatory requirements (SRA & Accounting standards).

Administration of staff expenses

Support Head of Finance with month-end/ quarter-end & Year-end reporting

Understand and ensure compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules

Flag to Head of Finance any potential breach of SAR

Answer incoming enquiries to the business and queries from colleagues

Aged debt review and management

Client ledger cover as needed

Holiday cover for Accounts team colleagues

Manage Legal Aid payments accurately, in a timely manner

Ensure Office ledger is accurately maintained

Support with timely month-end/ quarter-end and year-end processes

Ensure all work adheres to requirements mandated by internal policy and our regulatory bodies

Cover tasks for Accounts colleagues as volume or absence requires

Skills Required

Experience in a legal finance role, including experience of legal aid payments

Working and current knowledge of SAR Accounts Rules and AML compliance

Working and current knowledge of legal case management systems

Substantial experience in an accounts-based role within a law firm

Ideally ILFM or AAT qualified, or equivalent experience

Ability to work to deadlines

Ability to manage a high volume of transactions

Good Excel skills

Working knowledge of accounting software (Xero an advantage)

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to interact with clients and colleagues in an approachable, efficient way

Willing to learn and can work as part of a team as well as independently

Benefits

Salary dependent on experience, starting salary from 32,000 per annum

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure

Pension

Health and well-being scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car scheme

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Pay:

From 32,000.00 per year, DOE

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Hove, BN3 3JA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

Accounts within a law firm (Required) SRA Accounts Rules knowledge/understanding (Required) Legal Aid knowledge (Advantageous)

Language:

English (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

law firm accounting: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person