Accounts Assistant in Bristol

Watkins Solicitors, an award-winning legal firm with a legacy in Family Law, Education Law, Conveyancing, Human Rights, Judicial Review, and Wills & Probate Law, is expanding its team. With four offices strategically located in North Bristol, South Bristol, Bath, and Hereford, we also serve clients in Evesham by appointment.

About Us:

• Legal Aid franchise, serving family clients, judicial review, and human rights.
• Accommodating both Legal Aid and private clients.
• Outstanding reputation as a supportive employer.
• Emphasis on remote, agile, and flexible working opportunities.

The Opportunity:

A full-time Accounts Assistant position is available, starting April 2026. This role is integral to our Accounts department, requiring 35 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 9 am to 5 pm, and Friday 8.30 am to 4 pm based in our North Street Bristol office. After initial training, hybrid working would be considered.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for accounts, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Assisting the team with queries on financial matters such as account postings, bank reconciliation, banking, assisting with conveyancing transactions, purchase ledger transactions, expense claims, and petty cash.
• Support in gathering information for reports, reviewing dormant matters, and dealing with residual balances and ledger queries.
• General administrative duties to support the Accounts department.
• Handling confidential information in line with the Firm's data security protocol.

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience in an accounts role, with at least one year in a legal setting required.
• Good working knowledge of Solicitor Accounts rules.
• Excellent analytical skills to assess financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Strong data entry and numeracy skills with meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in financial documentation.
• A hardworking, proactive approach will be needed to problem-solve and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented with a willingness to share knowledge with and support other members of the team.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience with case management systems.

Our Offer:

• Competitive salary: £27,000 per annum.
• Flexible work policy, Bike2Work & Medicash Schemes.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Hybrid working.

How to Apply:

To embark on a rewarding career with Watkins Solicitors, please send your CV and a compelling covering letter. The closing date for this vacancy is Wednesday 11 March 2026. Interviews may occur sooner if sufficient and suitable candidates are received. Induction and training will take place in the North Street office.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Watkins Solicitors welcomes applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, providing equipment or changes to the workplace. All candidates invited to interview have the opportunity to request adjustments to the recruitment process when scheduling your interview. Some options include communication support or breaks.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,000.00 per year

Benefits: Company pension

Work Location: In person