Accounts Manager
Wimbledon, London
£45,000 to £55,000 per annum
Monday-Friday
 
Overview and Opportunity
 
Achieve Professionals are supporting a law firm based in Wimbledon, London with the appointment of Accounts Manager. 
 
Role Responsibilities 

• Implement and oversee the firm’s accounting and invoicing procedures in line with the Office manual and the Solicitors Accounts rules. 
• Ensure that Client, Office and all other firm ledgers are accurately maintained and fully compliant. 
• Proactively identify potential issues or risks and take appropriate corrective action.
• Prepare and complete regular bank reconciliation.
• Produce month-end and management accounts, including cash flow analysis.
• Manage the firm’s credit control processes.
• Take responsibility for the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Manage and liaise with the firm’s outsourced payroll provider.
• Remain up to date with changes in relevant legislation and the Solicitors Accounts rules.
• Deliver a consistently high standard of client care and service quality.
• Liaise with the firm’s auditors in the preparation of annual accounts and the accountant’s report.
• Ensure all work is carried out accurately, reliably and in accordance with the firm’s quality and risk management procedures. 

Candidate Requirements 

• Experience of dealing with accounts within a law firm
• Ability to work with confidence 
• Knowledge of case management systems 
• Clear understanding of money laundering regulations, solicitors account rules, VAT and other regulatory obligations
• Previous experience working in a Lexcel accredited firm is essential