Senior Accounts Assistant (12-Month FTC)

Company: SA Law | Certified B Corp™
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Location: St Albans
Job Description:

As a Senior Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for a broad range of financial tasks, helping to maintain accurate records and support effective financial management across the firm. Your work will include:

What you’ll do

  • Managing and processing billing and invoicing activities
  • Performing bank and credit card reconciliations
  • Maintaining the purchase ledger, including supplier invoices and payments
  • Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Supporting the preparation and submission of VAT returns
  • Inputting, authorising and releasing TT and BACS payments via online banking systems
  • Processing and posting month‑end journals
  • Ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with internal controls
  • Supporting the team with additional ad hoc finance tasks as required

About you

  • Previous experience in a legal accounting or finance role
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
  • A good understanding of accounting principles and SRA Accounts Rules
  • Experience using legal accounting systems, payroll software and Excel
  • A proactive, organised approach and the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Strong communication skills and a willingness to support colleagues across the firm

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Posted: June 1st, 2026