(Temporary) Legal Accounts Assistant Southend City. Immediate Start!!
- Salary Range: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum (FTE)
- Location: Office based
- Job Type: Temporary (4-6 weeks), Part-time (3 days per week, flexible)
We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our team on a temporary basis for 4-6 weeks. This role requires an immediate start and offers flexibility with a 3-day work week. The successful candidate will be responsible for handling various accounting tasks within our legal practice, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all financial processes.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Raising invoices tailored to the requirements of specific legal teams.
- Issuing cheques, processing bank payments, and handling the purchase ledger.
- Generating credit notes and preparing accounts for payment processing.
- Maintaining filing systems and ensuring the accuracy of client accounts.
- Posting court fees and managing reimbursements.
- Conducting bank reconciliations and processing staff expense claims.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- A minimum of 2 years of accounts experience.
- Legal accounts experience is preferred.
- Proficiency in ledger management.
- Strong Microsoft Office & Excel skills.
- Experience with Xero is required.
- Familiarity with Leap is preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- A methodical and organised approach to work, with proven process experience in Accounts.
Benefits:
- Competitive pro-rata salary.
- Flexible working days.
- Opportunity to gain experience in a legal practice setting.