Accounts Assistant
Hale | £25,000–£28,000
Supporting the Legal Cashiering Team
Jane Gorse Recruitment is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join an established law firm in Hale. You’ll support the Legal Cashiering Team, helping to keep transactions accurate, payments running smoothly and financial records in excellent shape.
Good with numbers? Love getting the detail right? Ready for your next move in accounts?
If you enjoy balancing the books, solving queries and being the person your colleagues can rely on, this could be a great next step.
The role
Working closely with the legal cashiers and wider business, you’ll get involved in:
- Posting transactions accurately to client and office ledgers.
- Processing payments, cheque requests and account transfers.
- Completing daily bank reconciliations.
- Helping prepare weekly payment runs.
- Maintaining financial records and investigating ledger queries.
- Supporting month-end processes and VAT returns.
- Assisting with petty cash and residual client balances.
- Following the procedures that keep client money protected and accounts compliant.
- Providing cover for colleagues and suggesting ways to improve everyday processes.
What you’ll bring
We’re keen to hear from candidates with accounts experience, strong attention to detail and a proactive approach.
You’ll be someone who:
- Enjoys working with numbers and checking that everything adds up.
- Has experience with financial transactions, reconciliations or maintaining accounts records.
- Communicates clearly and confidently with colleagues.
- Can organise a varied workload and meet deadlines.
- Handles sensitive financial information with care and discretion.
- Is comfortable using accounts software and learning new systems.
- Takes pride in being helpful, reliable and accurate.
Experience within a legal accounts team would be useful. If your background is in a different sector, please highlight your relevant accounts experience and interest in moving into legal finance.
The benefits
There’s plenty on offer beyond the £25,000–£28,000 salary:
- Employee bonus scheme offering up to an additional 10% of annual salary, subject to terms and conditions.
- Your birthday off.
- Healthcare package including 24/7 GP access and contributions towards dental, optical and physiotherapy costs.
- Gym membership.
- Death-in-service cover of four times your salary.
- Company pension.
- Counselling support and monthly office massages.
- A range of lifestyle benefits, including Netflix, Spotify and Amazon Prime.
Benefits are subject to the employer’s scheme terms and eligibility.
Ready to make your next move?
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Accounts Assistant in Altrincham employer: JANE GORSE RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Join a dynamic and growing business in Knutsford as a Part-Time Payroll Administrator, where you will enjoy a flexible working environment that values work-life balance. With competitive pay and the potential for a permanent position, this role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive team culture. Experience the benefits of free on-site parking and a commitment to employee well-being in a thriving local community.
Contact Details:
JANE GORSE RECRUITMENT LIMITED Recruitment Team
