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Legal Accounts Manager

Winston Solicitors
Posted 8 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Leeds, West Yorkshire LS8 1ND, England

Salary

£33,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Accounts Manager position offers a salary range of £33,000 to £40,000, depending on experience, along with various benefits.
  • This full-time role is based in the Roundhay office of a well-respected solicitors' firm in North Leeds.
  • Candidates should have experience as a Legal Cashier or in financial management, with a strong understanding of Solicitor Accounts Rules (SAR).
  • Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with SAR, supervising legal cashiers, and managing complex transactions and nominal ledgers.
  • The firm provides a supportive work environment with additional perks such as 25 days of holiday, a company pension, and free on-site parking.

Accounts Manager

Join Our Accounts Team and Make a Real Difference!

Salary: £33,000 - £40,000 based on experience + Benefits

Our well-established and highly respected and award-winning solicitors’ firm is seeking a meticulous finance professional for the role of Accounts Manager. This new full-time position is based in our Roundhay office in North Leeds. The ideal candidate will have experience as a Legal Cashier or in financial management, with a strong understanding of Solicitor Accounts Rules (SAR).

Benefits:

  • Salary: £33,000 - £40,000 based on experience.
  • 25 days of holidays.
  • Regular complimentary social events.
  • Company pension (with optional salary sacrifice).
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Company sick pay.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with Solicitor Accounts Rules (SAR) and maintain efficient accounts systems.
  • Working with managers to ensure best practice is delivered effectively and efficiently across the firm
  • Supervise and support legal cashiers to deliver accurate and efficient service.
  • Handle complex conveyancing transactions and manage the volume of transactions.
  • Liaise with external auditors, in particular for SRA Accounts audits.
  • Nominal ledgers including setting up suppliers on the accounts system, process invoices, and manage payments.
  • Submit quarterly VAT returns and manage cash flow.
  • Potential for growth in management accounting processes and payroll/benefits management.

Skills & Experience Required:

  • In-depth knowledge of Solicitor Accounts Rules (SAR).
  • Experience in the legal sector, preferably as a legal cashier or equivalent.
  • Strong understanding of financial management, nominal ledgers, and journal postings.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Conscientious, meticulous, and professional attitude.
  • Experience using Xero will be advantageous

Work Environment: We pride ourselves on providing a first-class service, supported by a friendly and innovative working environment. Our office in North Leeds offers free parking and a beautiful garden.

Application Process: To apply, please send a covering letter and CV. The role can start immediately, but we are willing to wait for the right candidate.

 

 

 

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