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Alexander Daniels are working with an established Law firm based in Coventry who are looking to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper on a part time basis. Reporting into the Accounts Supervisor, you will be responsible overseeing office and client financial records, ensuring timely and accurate cashbook management and general ledger accuracy.
Responsibilities:
- Online payment raising and banking activities, receipt allocation, payment processing and reconciliations
- Notify staff of incoming funds, verify sources, and process receipts accordingly
- Assist in quarterly client interest calculation and processing
- Assist Accounts Supervisor and Practice Director with finance-related queries and resolve client financial queries
- Invoicing and credit note issuance ensuring correct VAT Treatment
- Review ledgers to ensure any errors are picked up and corrected in a timely manner (allowing minimal review of accuracy pre accounts production)
- Review debtor and creditor ledgers to ensure items are cleared as soon as possible
- Preparation and submission of VAT returns
- Provide information to and liaise with auditors during SRA audit/accounts review
- Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (including AML related processes), tracking any breaches
- Provide fee earners with ad hoc financial information regarding matters and debts
- Liaise with outsourced payroll provider and HR Partner/Practice Director on monthly payroll
Essential Requirements:
- Proficient in online banking
- Proficient in LEAP or other Legal Software
- Proficient in Xero or other accounting software
- Practical knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules and regulations.
- Self motivated and able to ensure day to day Cashiering and Bookkeeping duties are completed within the resources (jobshare) available
- Effective communicator, adept at managing and resolving routine financial inquiries
This is an onsite role and due to the location, access to your own car is essential.
