Management Accountant - Law Firm - Expiring soon!
Posted 22/07/2024 by Clear IT Recruitment
Our client is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their law firm based in Blackburn, Lancashire
Main purposes of role
To be responsible for the accounts function of the firm, including legal cashier and bookkeeper of Company accounts.
• Proactively manage the accounts function with the support of the accounts assistant and Directors.
• Liaise with colleagues to support our clients and suppliers as necessary and act as an effective ambassador for the firm.
Personal Specification
• Higher level Accounting Qualification AAT Level 3 or relevant experience.
• Financial/Accounting skills e.g. monitoring cash flow, reconciliation, credit management etc.
• Use of Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc. Sage.
• Knowledge of Xero accounting system desirable
• Ability to work on own initiative, managing high volumes and completing workloads.
• Flexible, innovative approach.
• Payroll Processing experience
• Knowledge and understanding of GDPR and Equality Standards
• Up to date with MLRO regulations
Desirable Experience/Qualities
• Business/Management/Supervisory qualification(s).
• Sound working knowledge of SRA/SAR and HMRC requirements and resolving issues.
• Experience of liaison with company Accountants, Auditors and Assessors.
• Experience of use and development of legal case management systems.
• Experience of financial risk management within a legal environment.
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Regulations (SAR)
• Budget monitoring and cost reduction planning.
• Understanding of legal sector financial management.
• SRA Code of Conduct and SRA Accounts Rules
• Previous experience of working in a law firm
• Previous experience with Proclaim case management software
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly.
If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
- Type:
- Permanent
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- 3234
- Job ID:
- 221884744
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