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Legal Accounts Assistant, Haywards Heath
Client: Clearline Recruitment Ltd
Location: Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
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Posted: 09.02.2025
Expiry Date: 26.03.2025
Job Description:
Clearline Recruitment is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Accounts Assistant for a growing legal practice in Haywards Heath. This role offers an opportunity to take ownership of a variety of accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have legal accounting experience, a strong understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Be part of a fast-growing practice where your contributions will make a real impact
* Work in a supportive and dynamic environment
* Competitive salary and a clear path for development
Experience / Skills:
* Strong academic results and legal accounting experience
* The ability to work independently, but also collaborate and delegate within a team
* A keen eye for detail and an ability to communicate clearly and professionally
* Excellent IT skills and experience with case management and accounting software
* The ability to manage a busy workload with professionalism, patience, and a sense of humour
* A proactive attitude and a desire to take on new challenges and expand your skillset
Responsibilities as a Legal Accounts Assistant:
* Invoicing and managing client and office transfers
* Bank reconciliations, including sales and purchase ledgers
* Processing payments, including CHAPS transfers and consultant invoices
* Producing and checking completion statements and billing
* Handling VAT returns and month-end reporting
* Operating the case management system (Actionstep) and Xero
* Processing monthly payroll
* Liaising with consultants, the retained team, and clients to resolve queries
* Managing outstanding debts and ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and VAT regulations
* Keeping up to date with SRA rules and regulatory changes
* Ensuring proper file closing and record-keeping
For more information about this excellent Legal Accounts Assistant role, please contact Jamie Watson at Clearline Recruitment.
Job Title: Legal Accounts Assistant
Location: Haywards Heath
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience
Full Time: Monday - Thursday (9am - 6pm) & Friday (9am - 5pm)
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