Legal Accounts Assistant - Hybrid / Shepton Mallet or Bristol Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client, a forward-thinking law firm that combines modern technology with traditional customer service. Location: Shepton Mallet or Bristol Job type: Hybrid Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week Reporting to: Accounts Manager Salary: £ 23,000 upwards, depending on experience Job role Our client prides themselves on providing a seamless accounts service to their lawyers and therefore you will play a highly visible role having regular contact with the Directors and Heads of Department taking responsibility for financial operations whilst also working closely with Accounts Manager and supported by an Apprentice Accounts Assistant. Duties & Responsibilities Day to day processing and auto reconciliation of the Client and Office accounts inline with SAR and VAT regulations Ensuring all work is dealt with efficiently to include; Client Receipts and Payments, Office Receipts and Payments, Billing, Supplier and Nominal Ledgers, checking Completion Packs and end of day balancing and reporting Running account reports as required Administration of online banking system Ensure any work issues or problems are dealt with immediately and reported to Accounts Manager Answering telephone calls efficiently Assisting the firm with adhering to Solicitors Accounts Rules Ensuring compliance with the firms policies and procedures What you will need 3 years previous experience AAT or similar qualification preferred Experience dealing with daily accounting Experience dealing with WIP, billing and credit control Experience with cashflows, trial balances, management accounts and report analysis preferred Knowledge of legal terminology Knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules Experience working with accounting and case management software Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, your birthday off and an additional company holiday. Flexible working arrangements. Health & well-being benefits, including mental health services and free eye tests. Family-friendly policies and a positive, people-first culture. Competitive salary depending on experience This is an opportunity to be part of a firm that genuinely values its employees, ensuring both client service excellence and a balanced, supportive working environment