Our client is a well-established law firm in Emsworth who are looking for a full time Finance Assistant to join their team. This role is full time and officed based. You will be reporting directly to the Finance Manager. Key Responsibilities: Accurately recording and processing client transactions, allocating payments Processing payments including cheques, bank transfers, card transactions. Maintaining accurate records of client and office accounts in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules. Complete daily banking tasks, including deposits and bank reconciliations. Preparing and processing payments to third parties. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ensure they align with regulatory requirements. Assisting with audits and internal checks. Desired Skills and Experience: At least 1 years +experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Legal Cashier role. Previous experience working in legal accounts would be highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing financial transactions. Good understanding of accounts processes and reconciliations. Strong organisational and communication skills. What they offer: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm and officed based. Salary depending on experience - £25,000 - £29,000. Standard holiday entitlement plus bank holidays. Company Pension.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Our client is a well-established law firm in Emsworth who are looking for a full time Finance Assistant to join their team. This role is full time and officed based. You will be reporting directly to the Finance Manager. Key Responsibilities: Accurately recording and processing client transactions, allocating payments Processing payments including cheques, bank transfers, card transactions. Maintaining accurate records of client and office accounts in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules. Complete daily banking tasks, including deposits and bank reconciliations. Preparing and processing payments to third parties. Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and ensure they align with regulatory requirements. Assisting with audits and internal checks. Desired Skills and Experience: At least 1 years +experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Legal Cashier role. Previous experience working in legal accounts would be highly beneficial. Strong attention to detail and accuracy when processing financial transactions. Good understanding of accounts processes and reconciliations. Strong organisational and communication skills. What they offer: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm and officed based. Salary depending on experience - £25,000 - £29,000. Standard holiday entitlement plus bank holidays. Company Pension.
Finance Manager / Practice Manager - Leicester A well-established law firm in Leicester is looking to recruit a Finance Manager / Practice Manager to take ownership of the firm's financial operations while also supporting the day-to-day running of the office. This is a varied and autonomous role, ideal for someone who is comfortable managing the finance function while also playing a key part in practice and office management. The Role You will be responsible for overseeing the firm's finance function, working closely with and managing two legal cashiers. Alongside this, you will support the operational side of the practice, helping ensure the office runs smoothly and remains compliant with relevant regulations. Key responsibilities will include: Managing and overseeing the firm's accounts and finance function Supervising two legal cashiers Ensuring accounts compliance within a legal environment Supporting practice management and office management duties Assisting with regulatory compliance and operational processes Acting as a key point of contact for staff across the office The firm is looking for someone who is approachable, proactive and able to work independently , with the confidence to manage their own workload and support colleagues where needed. Experience Required Experience within a law firm environment Strong understanding of legal accounts Experience dealing with property transactions would be beneficial Knowledge of Legal Aid processes Previous team management or supervisory experience would be advantageous Ability to work with autonomy and take ownership of the role The Firm You will be joining a friendly and supportive office of around 15 in office staff , where the successful candidate will play an important role in both the financial and operational side of the practice. Salary & Benefits £40,000 - £60,000 depending on experience 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays) On-site parking Pension scheme Hybrid working available Flexible / pro rata hours may also be considered This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a broad, hands-on role with real responsibility and autonomy within a supportive firm. For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge
Mar 10, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager / Practice Manager - Leicester A well-established law firm in Leicester is looking to recruit a Finance Manager / Practice Manager to take ownership of the firm's financial operations while also supporting the day-to-day running of the office. This is a varied and autonomous role, ideal for someone who is comfortable managing the finance function while also playing a key part in practice and office management. The Role You will be responsible for overseeing the firm's finance function, working closely with and managing two legal cashiers. Alongside this, you will support the operational side of the practice, helping ensure the office runs smoothly and remains compliant with relevant regulations. Key responsibilities will include: Managing and overseeing the firm's accounts and finance function Supervising two legal cashiers Ensuring accounts compliance within a legal environment Supporting practice management and office management duties Assisting with regulatory compliance and operational processes Acting as a key point of contact for staff across the office The firm is looking for someone who is approachable, proactive and able to work independently , with the confidence to manage their own workload and support colleagues where needed. Experience Required Experience within a law firm environment Strong understanding of legal accounts Experience dealing with property transactions would be beneficial Knowledge of Legal Aid processes Previous team management or supervisory experience would be advantageous Ability to work with autonomy and take ownership of the role The Firm You will be joining a friendly and supportive office of around 15 in office staff , where the successful candidate will play an important role in both the financial and operational side of the practice. Salary & Benefits £40,000 - £60,000 depending on experience 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays) On-site parking Pension scheme Hybrid working available Flexible / pro rata hours may also be considered This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a broad, hands-on role with real responsibility and autonomy within a supportive firm. For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge
Accounts Payable Manager up to 60k London (NW1) with hybrid working Our client, a well-established London law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join its finance team. This is a key role responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function and ensuring efficient, compliant and accurate financial operations within a regulated legal environment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, approvals and payment runs Manage supplier accounts, reconciliations and creditor forecasting Review daily and monthly online banking payment runs Handle supplier queries and maintain the AP inbox Liaise closely with billing and cashiering teams Supervise and support Accounts Payable Clerks Ensure compliance with VAT regulations and the SRA Accounts Rules Identify and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls Produce accurate financial reports for internal stakeholders Requirements: Proven accounts payable experience within a law firm (essential) Strong working knowledge of VAT and SRA Accounts Rules Experience managing or supervising junior team members Advanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUP) Highly organised, analytical and detail-oriented Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking to take ownership of a critical function within a collaborative and values-driven firm. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, alongside hybrid working and long-term career development opportunities. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Matthew Heard for a confidential discussion. LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients. LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Accounts Payable Manager up to 60k London (NW1) with hybrid working Our client, a well-established London law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services, is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join its finance team. This is a key role responsible for overseeing the accounts payable function and ensuring efficient, compliant and accurate financial operations within a regulated legal environment. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice processing, approvals and payment runs Manage supplier accounts, reconciliations and creditor forecasting Review daily and monthly online banking payment runs Handle supplier queries and maintain the AP inbox Liaise closely with billing and cashiering teams Supervise and support Accounts Payable Clerks Ensure compliance with VAT regulations and the SRA Accounts Rules Identify and implement process improvements and strengthen internal controls Produce accurate financial reports for internal stakeholders Requirements: Proven accounts payable experience within a law firm (essential) Strong working knowledge of VAT and SRA Accounts Rules Experience managing or supervising junior team members Advanced Excel skills (including VLOOKUP) Highly organised, analytical and detail-oriented Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking to take ownership of a critical function within a collaborative and values-driven firm. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, alongside hybrid working and long-term career development opportunities. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Matthew Heard for a confidential discussion. LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients. LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.
