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Prominent local Firm of Solicitors are looking to recruit a Senior Accountant 35k p/a Interviews week commencing 08/06/26 Job Purpose To oversee and manage the financial operations of a UK law firm, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules, HMRC regulations, and statutory accounting requirements. The Senior Accountant will be responsible for financial reporting, legal billing, accounts receivable and recoverable, budgeting, compliance, and supporting the wider finance and operational functions of the firm. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts, statutory accounts, and financial reports in line with UK accounting standards and legal sector requirements. Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, VAT regulations, HMRC requirements, anti-money laundering (AML) obligations, and internal financial controls. Manage office and client account transactions, reconciliations, and postings in accordance with legal accounting procedures. Oversee accounts payable processes including supplier payments, expenses, disbursements, and payment runs. Manage accounts receivable, credit control, aged debtors, and recoverable disbursements to improve cash flow and minimise outstanding debt. Support legal billing cycles, monitor work in progress (WIP), and assist with write-offs, transfers, and matter balance reviews. Conduct budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and cash flow reporting to support strategic decision-making. Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and regulatory bodies as required. Provide guidance and support to junior finance staff and assist fee earners with finance-related queries. Assist with system improvements, process enhancements, reporting development, and finance projects. Undertake ad hoc finance, compliance, and operational duties as required within the business. Skills and Experience Proven accounting experience within a UK law firm or professional services environment. Strong understanding of SRA Accounts Rules and legal finance compliance requirements. Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, recoverable, legal billing, and reconciliations. Experience using accounting and legal practice management systems such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Elite, Aderant, or similar platforms. Strong knowledge of VAT, payroll, and UK statutory reporting requirements. Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff is desirable. Qualifications ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent recognised professional accounting qualification. Alternatively, significant relevant experience within a legal finance environment may be considered. Knowledge of legal cashiering and SRA compliance requirements is highly desirable. Personal Attributes High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Professional, discreet, and able to handle confidential information. Proactive and solutions-focused approach. Strong organisational and time management skills. Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced legal environment. Interested parties should contact Mark Smith on (phone number removed) or send their CV's to Mark at (url removed)

Private Family Solicitor Location: Leicester Reporting to: Head of Private Family Department We are seeking an experienced Private Family Solicitor to join our Leicester office. You will work closely with the Head of Department, handling a varied caseload of Private Family Law matters while supervising junior team members and ensuring the highest standards of client care. Main Responsibilities: Handle fee-earning work related to all Private Family Law matters, including divorce, cohabitation, separation, financial disputes, and child contact issues. Supervise and support secretarial/admin staff, paralegals, and junior Fee Earners within the Family Department. Manage all client matters allocated by the Head of Department or partners, ensuring work is completed in line with office procedures and quality standards. Progress client matters efficiently, keeping clients regularly updated on progress and costs. Maintain high standards of client care, ensuring confidentiality and security of client information. Escalate any issues or concerns immediately to the Head of Department. Achieve billing and time recording targets, with responsibility for credit control on your own matters in liaison with Cashiers. Comply with Solicitors' Accounts Rules and the SRA Code of Conduct 2011. Foster clear communication with other personnel in the practice and build strong relationships with external institutions. Supervise and develop support staff and fee earners, as agreed with the Head of Department. Ensure continuous professional development (CPD) and compliance with SRA training requirements. Actively promote the firm's services and uphold its ethos and image. Benefits: 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays. Opportunities for career development. Regular performance reviews and annual salary reviews. Qualifications & Experience: Qualified solicitor with experience in Private Family Law. Proven ability to manage a varied caseload and supervise junior staff. Strong organisational, communication, and client management skills. Ability to meet billing targets and time recording requirements. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Senior Cashier Manager role at a London law firm. Lead legal finance, SAR compliance and manage a small team. Your new company As Cashier Manager, you will take ownership of the firm's legal finance function, leading a small team and ensuring the smooth, compliant operation of all cashiering, payments and reporting processes. This is a senior, hands-on position where you will oversee client and office account activity, maintain compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules, and act as a key point of contact for finance systems, audits and process improvements. You will also be responsible for training, supervising and developing junior members of the team. Your new role As Cashier Manager, you will take ownership of the firm's legal finance function, leading a small team and ensuring the smooth, compliant operation of all cashiering, payments and reporting processes. This is a senior, hands-on position where you will oversee client and office account activity, maintain compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules, and act as a key point of contact for finance systems, audits and process improvements. You will also be responsible for training, supervising and developing junior members of the team. Key duties include: Overseeing daily bank reconciliations, payments, transfers and system balance reporting Managing client and office account transactions, including CHAPS, bill receipts and drawings Leading month-end processes, interest calculations and supporting the annual SRA audit Overseeing SAP Concur, Aderant AP and disbursement workflows Managing VAT returns, residual balances and breach logs Supervising, training and appraising finance team members What you'll need to succeed Minimum of five years' experience within legal cashiering In-depth knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR) Strong experience across both client and office account cashiering Proven leadership and supervisory experience High level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong systems experience (legal finance systems and expense platforms) Excellent communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving approach Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Senior Legal Cashier for a boutique law firm near Bank Station, hybrid, SAR compliance focus. Your new company A well-established law firm located in the heart of the City, near Bank Station, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Cashier to join their close-knit finance team. The firm prides itself on delivering high-quality legal services with a personal touch, and offers a collaborative and supportive working environment. You will be working in their recently renovated offices near Bank station. Your new role As the Senior Legal Cashier, you will be responsible for managing the firm's day-to-day financial operations, ensuring full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR), and supporting the wider team with financial reporting and controls. You'll play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of the firm's financial systems and will be a key point of contact for both internal stakeholders and external auditors. Oversee all day-to-day cashiering duties in compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)Manage client and office account transactions, including bank reconciliationsProcess payments, receipts, and transfers accurately and efficientlyMonitor and maintain compliance with SAR and internal financial controlsPrepare month-end and year-end financial reports for management and auditorsLiaise with fee earners and support staff to resolve financial queriesAssist with VAT returns and other statutory filingsSupport the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and proceduresProvide guidance and mentoring to junior finance staff (if applicable) What you'll need to succeed Proven experience as a Legal Cashier within a law firm (8+ years preferred)Strong understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)Available to start within a month is desirable. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Senior Legal Cashier for a boutique law firm near Bank Station, hybrid, SAR compliance focus. Your new company A well-established law firm located in the heart of the City, near Bank Station, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Cashier to join their close-knit finance team. The firm prides itself on delivering high-quality legal services with a personal touch, and offers a collaborative and supportive working environment. You will be working in their recently renovated offices near Bank station. Your new role As the Senior Legal Cashier, you will be responsible for managing the firm's day-to-day financial operations, ensuring full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR), and supporting the wider team with financial reporting and controls. You'll play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of the firm's financial systems and will be a key point of contact for both internal stakeholders and external auditors. Oversee all day-to-day cashiering duties in compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)Manage client and office account transactions, including bank reconciliationsProcess payments, receipts, and transfers accurately and efficientlyMonitor and maintain compliance with SAR and internal financial controlsPrepare month-end and year-end financial reports for management and auditorsLiaise with fee earners and support staff to resolve financial queriesAssist with VAT returns and other statutory filingsSupport the implementation and maintenance of financial systems and proceduresProvide guidance and mentoring to junior finance staff (if applicable) What you'll need to succeed Proven experience as a Legal Cashier within a law firm (8+ years preferred)Strong understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)Available to start within a month is desirable. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #