Legal Accounts Assistant

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.

Benefits

• 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)