Canford Law is seeking a confident and detail-oriented Finance Assistant for a 6 month fixed term contact (with the view of a potential permanent contract) to join our leading law firm in Manchester city centre.
Canford Law is a market leader in the insurance sector and is experiencing rapid growth. This role will support the finance team by ensuring efficient processing of invoices and disbursements, assisting with accounts payable and court account entries, and supporting financial processes across two legal entities. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to expand their skills and grow within a collaborative team.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure authorised invoices are efficiently and accurately processed.
- Process incoming disbursements and maintain accurate records.
- Carry out accounts payable processing, including court account entries and reconciliations.
- Assist finance processes across two legal entities, ensuring compliance and consistency.
- Support counsel fee payments, including querying internal solicitors for required details.
- Provide general support to the finance team to ensure all deliverables and deadlines are met.
- Complete ad hoc tasks and projects as required by the finance manager or team leads.
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum of 1+ years' experience in finance or accounting roles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (data entry, basic formulas, reconciliations).
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload and priorities effectively.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Strong attention to detail and basic analytical ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
- Right to work in the UK.
Personal Attributes
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
- Commercially focused and pragmatic in approach.
- Confident communicator able to deal with sensitive financial matters.
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively with internal teams.
Why Canford?
- A flexible, grown up approach to work with hybrid working options
- Incentives and annual bonus scheme to reward performance.
- Hybrid working arrangements.
- Smart/casual dress code and a supportive, collaborative team environment.
- Company events and opportunities to network and build relationships across the business.
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13 Oct 2026 JFA Junior Finance Assistant Competitive Spinningfields, Manchester employer: Canford Law
Canford Law is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Glasgow where newly qualified solicitors can thrive. With a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a strong focus on employee development through training and networking opportunities, we foster a culture of collaboration and support. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the field of litigation while enjoying a rewarding career path.
