Job Description

They will provide accountancy and administrative support, including but not limited to the following key tasks:

• To undertake daily banking functions including bank reconciliations.
• Preparation of cheques on a daily basis.
• The administration and reconciliation of petty cash and nominal accounts.
• The processing of client and office accounting transactions including postings onto the
• Firm’s accounts system.
• Preparation of Month end reports and distribution to Partners and fee-earners.
• The processing of bank telegraphic transfers (TT’s).
• Full Management of the firm’s Payroll system and returns to HMRC.
• Financial management reporting as required.
• The preparatory work for the annual accounts.
• VAT administration and returns.

The position also includes assisting the Practice Manager in a wide range of regulatory and compliance work and there is plenty of scope for personal development. The successful applicant will have an outstanding opportunity to develop the profile of the Department and to progress further at the firm.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• An accountancy qualification or relevant knowledge and experience.
• Law Firm accounts experience would be preferred but is not essential
• Ability to adhere to and manage deadlines
• Knowledge of financial guidelines with regards to Solicitors Accounts Rules and cash flow control.
• Strong IT skills
• Understanding of Microsoft packages and Legal Electronic Case Management Systems
• Ability to and knowledge of how to handle sensitive and confidential information in a legal environment
• Excellent communication skills including experience of writing concise and accurate reports and summaries
• Ability and willingness to work with others as part of a team
• Flexible approach to work
• Knowledge of Excel, CQS and legal compliance desirable

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
• bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)