Legal Services Accountant in London UK
6 days ago
Job Title: Legal Services Accountant
Location: London, UK
Experience: 6+ Years
Job Type: Fixed Term Contract for 6 months extendible
Salary: 35000 to 45000 GBP per year
Commute to Office: Hybrid ( 2 to 3 Days in Office)
Start Date: Mid of November 2025
Role Overview:
The Legal Services Accountant will be responsible for managing the financial operations of the firm in compliance with UK accounting standards and Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and experience working in a legal or professional services environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and reconciliations for client and office accounts.
Ensure full compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, VAT regulations, and internal audit requirements.
Prepare monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and year-end financial statements.
Manage billing, trust transactions, and client funds in line with legal and ethical standards.
Liaise with partners, fee earners, and auditors to provide timely financial insights and reports.
Support budgeting, cost control, and financial planning initiatives.
Oversee payroll, supplier payments, and bank reconciliations.
Skills & Qualifications:
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent (part-qualified may be considered).
Proven experience in a law firm or professional services accounting environment.
Strong knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules, VAT, and UK GAAP.
Excellent Excel and accounting software skills
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
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