At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance operations, process transactions, and assist with payroll in a legal firm.
- Company: A well-established and growing legal firm with a professional environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and gain valuable skills in a professional services environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career in a dynamic legal setting with real responsibilities.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounts or finance administration; legal environment experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
We're exclusively partnering with a well-established and growing legal firm who are looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the finance department. Working closely with the Head of Accounts and Legal Cashier, this is a great opportunity for someone with previous accounts or finance administration experience who is looking to develop their career within a professional services environment.
The successful candidate will support a broad range of finance duties including client and office account transactions, payroll support, reconciliations, billing, and month-end processes, whilst ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and legal accounting procedures.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE- Reporting to the Head of Accounts, supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts department alongside the Legal Cashier
- Assisting with processing client and office account transactions in line with SRA Accounts Rules
- Processing payroll and supporting monthly salary administration
- Posting and reconciling purchase invoices, supplier payments, and staff expenses
- Supporting bank reconciliations and ensuring the bank matches the system
- Assisting with client billing, credit control, and allocation of receipts
- Preparing payment runs and processing electronic transfers where required
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring all transactions are recorded correctly
- Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting requirements
- Liaising with fee earners and internal departments regarding account queries
- Supporting the Head of Accounts with ad hoc finance and administrative duties
- Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal accounting procedures at all times
- Assisting with both month-end and year-end accounts
- Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant or Legal Accounts Assistant, or similar
- Experience working within a legal or professional services environment would be advantageous
- Knowledge or exposure to SRA Accounts Rules would be beneficial, but not essential
- Confident processing invoices, reconciliations, payments, and general finance administration
- Experience supporting payroll administration would be an advantage
- Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
- Good communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with internal stakeholders
- Competent IT skills including MS Excel and finance systems
- A reliable and trustworthy individual who can handle confidential information appropriately
To apply, please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
Accounts Assistant in Chester employer: GetRecruited UK Ltd
Join a well-established legal firm in Chester as an Accounts Assistant, where you will be part of a supportive and professional work culture that values employee growth and development. With competitive salaries and a range of benefits, this role offers the opportunity to enhance your finance skills while working closely with experienced professionals in a dynamic environment. The firm prioritises compliance and confidentiality, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path for those looking to advance in the finance sector.
