Morgan McKinley (South West)

Job Title: Legal Cashier Location: Central Bristol Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Department: Finance The Role We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Legal Cashier to join our Finance Team in Central Bristol on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Working as part of a team of Cashiers, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the firm's client and office accounts, ensuring full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SRA) and supporting fee earners and support staff with financial processes. This role requires a high level of accuracy, integrity, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced professional services environment. Key Responsibilities Processing Transactions Accurately process client and office account transactions in line with SRA Accounts Rules. Post receipts, payments, transfers, and journals promptly and correctly. Reconciliations Perform daily client and office account reconciliations. Investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Financial Record Maintenance Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with firm policies and regulatory requirements. Ensure all documentation is properly recorded and filed. Stakeholder Liaison Liaise with solicitors, fee earners, personal assistants, and clients to resolve financial queries. Provide transaction updates and ensure adherence to financial procedures. Data Entry & System Management Input financial data accurately into accounting systems. Support the smooth running of daily finance operations. Skills & Experience Previous experience within a Finance function, ideally within Legal or Professional Services. Working knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR), or willingness to learn. Strong numerical accuracy and high attention to detail. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial/accounting systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, or legal accounting software). Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships. Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies efficiently. A collaborative team player with a proactive approach. High levels of integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial information.

Group Finance Assistant Location: Westbury Contract: 6-Month Temporary Contract Hours: 36.5 hours per week (Monday-Thursday 08:30-17:00, Friday 08:30-13:00) Salary: 30,000 - 33,000 pro rata (depending on experience) About the Company This organisation operates within the engineering and industrial manufacturing sector , supplying specialist products and solutions across gas, telecoms, construction, electronics, and rail industries. The business is part of an expanding international group and continues to grow through acquisition and product development. The Role Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the Group Finance Assistant will support day-to-day financial operations across multiple group entities. This is a hands-on role requiring strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multi-currency transactions within a busy finance function. This position is offered on a 6-month temporary basis to support the finance team during a key period. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of the purchase and sales ledgers across group companies Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and payments with accurate coding and authorisation Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies Post customer receipts, raise sales invoices, and monitor outstanding balances Maintain general ledger records accurately and in a timely manner Prepare and post journals, accruals, and prepayments Perform multi-currency bank reconciliations Process staff expenses and ad hoc payments Monitor company credit cards and ensure accurate reconciliation Assist with month-end and year-end processes Support ad hoc reporting and financial analysis Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures Additional Support Duties (When Required) Assist with preparation of monthly payroll (circa 70 employees) Provide administrative support to the Sales team Process customer orders, quotations, and enquiries Liaise with production and dispatch to ensure timely delivery Provide excellent customer service via phone and email About You We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused finance professional with: Experience within a finance team up to Management Accounts level Strong purchase ledger and bank reconciliation experience Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping Experience working with finance systems (Sage 200, Cognos, or SQL advantageous) Good Excel skills AAT qualification (or qualified by experience) preferred You will be comfortable working independently while contributing positively to a supportive team environment and liaising confidently with non-finance colleagues.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established and growing business based in Westbury. This role would suit an experienced Transactional Finance professional looking for a varied, hands-on position within a supportive team environment, where you can take ownership of key processes and continue developing your skills. The business is a long-standing, specialist engineering and manufacturing group that forms part of a larger international organisation. With decades of industry experience and a reputation for quality and innovation, the company operates across multiple sectors and continues to invest in its people, systems, and growth. The Westbury site is a close-knit team, offering a collaborative and stable working environment. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function across multiple group entities. This is a broad and varied position, combining core transactional duties with exposure to month-end processes and wider finance responsibilities. Responsibilities Maintain and manage the purchase ledger, sales ledger, and general ledger Process supplier invoices, payments, and credit notes accurately Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies Post customer receipts and assist with credit control activities Perform regular bank reconciliations, including multi-currency accounts Prepare and post journals, accruals, and prepayments Support month-end and year-end close processes Process staff expenses and ad-hoc payments Assist with reporting and provide support to the wider finance team as required Provide occasional support to payroll and administrative processes Why apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, well-established business where you'll be part of a small, supportive finance team and gain exposure to a wide range of accounting responsibilities. The role offers: Annual bonus scheme Study support and professional development 25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave Pension scheme Health and wellbeing support Early finish every Friday The business is keen to find someone who wants to grow with the company and become a valued, long-term member of the team.

Morgan McKinley is working with a business in South Bristol to help them find an Accounts Assistant. This Accounts Assistant does require someone to go into the office 5 days a week. The responsibilities for this accounts assistant include: Matching invoices with delivery notes and internal purchase orders. Liaising with company buyer to resolve queries etc. Entering invoices (approx. 300 per month) onto financial system Preparing monthly payment run for all company suppliers - approx. 120 active each month. Liaising with and handling queries from suppliers. Entering and allocating payments to suppliers. Reconciling balance due to statements received from suppliers. Filing supplier invoices. Reconciling all bank accounts. Control of Petty Cash The package: Salary 27,000 - 30,000 Early Friday finish

We are working with a rapidly growing business based in North Bristol who are looking for an immediately available Financial Controller to join them on an interim basis for around 3-6 months Responsibilities for this role include: Leading of month end process Preparation of monthly board packs Cashflow forecasting Supporting on budgeting and forecasting Overseeing the day to day financial operations Business partnering with operational and commercial teams Support with the audit process The ideal candidate: ACA/ACCA/CIMA Strong excel user Experience within a private equity Comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders From 250 per day (Umbrella)

We are working with a rapidly growing business based in North Bristol who are looking for an immediately available Financial Controller to join them on an interim basis for around 3-6 months Responsibilities for this role include: Leading of month end process Preparation of monthly board packs Cashflow forecasting Supporting on budgeting and forecasting Overseeing the day to day financial operations Business partnering with operational and commercial teams Support with the audit process The ideal candidate: ACA/ACCA/CIMA Strong excel user Experience within a private equity Comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders From 250 per day (Umbrella)