SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Progression towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT/CIMA/ACCA) or a degree/certificate from an accounting course is desirable.
• Previous experience in accounting role or with banking platforms like NatWest Bankline is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and organisational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and anti-money laundering practices.
• Strong teamwork ethos and proactive approach to responsibilities.

WE NEVER SHY AWAY FROM A CHALLENGE

We are a leading, full service UK law firm. Since our beginning, we have been led by the things that matter. We care about fighting for the right outcomes. Solving the seemingly unsolvable. Protecting businesses, individuals and livelihoods. Supporting our people, our communities. Safeguarding our planet. Looking for a way forward? At Hugh James, challenges of all sizes are readily accepted.

This is an entry level position and applications are welcomed from those looking to begin a career in legal accounts.

Duties will include:

• Accurately carry out all tasks within the accounts department that impact the financial management of the firm.
• Post all bills to the practice management system.
• Action client-to-office transfers and process unallocated credits daily, ensuring end-of-day transfers are completed.
• Handle cheque requests and process CHAPS payments and receipts.
• Bank client and office cheques.
• Post HMLR disbursements from daily statements.
• Complete nominal ledger postings and daily statement postings.
• Respond promptly to helpdesk and email queries.
• Manage PDQ receipts and file all bills in the correct order.
• Process matter closures and monitor client balances.
• Chase unpaid cheques as necessary.
• Perform various time and money write-offs in the SOS system.
• Authorise telegraphic transfers (TTs).

The successful candidate will have good numeracy skills, be IT literate and have experience of working with Microsoft packages.
Strong organization skills are required, as is the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.