Accounts Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day maintenance of ledger accounts
• Prepare and issue client invoices in a timely manner
• Oversee debtor and creditor control activities
• Process payments, bank transactions and account reconciliations
• Maintain office and client/solicitor accounts in accordance with legal accounting requirements
• Monitor cash flow and assist with forecasting activities
• Process legal disbursements, counsel fees and other financial transactions
• Support month-end accounting and reconciliation processes
• Liaise with external accountants and other finance service providers as required
• Assist in the preparation of management accounts, including P&L and balance sheet reporting
• Handle financial transactions relating to both domestic and international clients
• Ensure accurate financial records are maintained and all transactions are processed in a timely manner

Requirements:

• Previous accounts experience within a law firm is essential
• Strong understanding of the distinction between office and client/solicitor accounts
• Experience managing debtors, creditors and bank reconciliations
• Knowledge of cash flow forecasting
• Good understanding of profit & loss statements and balance sheets
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload