Accounts Assistant / Manager - Solicitors - Leigh-on-Sea - £30k - £35k


We’re working with a well-established, friendly and growing regional solicitors’ practice looking to appoint an Accounts Assistant with a view to train up and take full ownership of the finance function.


Practicing for over 100 years, and steadily growing, in a beautiful location in Leigh on Sea,.


This is a standalone, hands-on role where you’ll lead all aspects of finance and work closely with the Partners to support the firm’s continued success.


If you enjoy autonomy, variety, and being the go-to finance expert in a professional services environment, this could be a great fit.


The Firm
A multi-disciplinary legal practice providing services across:
Property | Family | Litigation | Business Law | Wills, Probate & Trusts | Employment


The Role
You’ll work with the current Finance Manager, developing in order to manage the entire finance function, including:


• Management accounts and monthly reporting
• Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow
• Client and office accounts
• Solicitors Accounts Rules compliance
• VAT returns and bank reconciliations
• Payroll and supplier payments
• Liaising with external accountants
• Supporting Partners with financial insight and decision-making


This is a broad, varied position with real responsibility and visibility across the business.


About You
• Experience in an accounts role for a Solicitors
• Background in legal or professional services (essential)
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Comfortable working independently
• Organised, proactive and detail-focused


What’s on Offer
Flexible, although looking at a starting salary £30k - £35k
Monday - Friday, 9 – 5 - (full office based)
Supportive and professional working environment
Excellent opportunity to progress
Autonomy to shape and improve processes
Long-term stability within an established firm