We are pleased to be supporting a highly regarded law firm with the appointment of a Finance Assistant to join its collaborative finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with previous legal finance or billing experience to join a professional and supportive environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance operations of the firm, with a particular focus on billing, payments, and finance administration.The role would suit someone with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and prior exposure to legal finance processes. Experience of e-billing and knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules would be advantageous, but are not essential.Key ResponsibilitiesPreparing and distributing billing guides for fee earners and PartnersAmending and transferring time entries where requiredProducing draft invoices and supporting the monthly billing processFinalising and submitting invoices via email and e-billing platformsLiaising with stakeholders regarding billing queries and outstanding draft billsSupporting with ad-hoc billing and finance administration tasksProcessing supplier invoices, disbursements and Counsel feesManaging incoming and outgoing payments across office and client accountsProcessing staff expenses and corporate card transactionsAssisting with petty cash and foreign currency reconciliationsSupporting conflict checks and new client/matter opening proceduresResponding to internal and external finance queriesProviding general support to the wider finance function as requiredCandidate ProfilePrevious finance, billing or legal cashiering experience within a law firm environmentExposure to e-billing platforms would be beneficialUnderstanding of SRA Accounts Rules desirableStrong attention to detail and accuracyExcellent organisational and time management skillsAbility to prioritise workloads effectively in a busy environmentProfessional and collaborative approachStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsThe OpportunityThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and respected legal practice offering a supportive team environment, varied workload, and long-term career prospects.Competitive salary and benefits package available
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