Senior Legal Assistant Accountant
We have a truly exciting opportunity for a strong Senior Legal Assistant Accountant. This role is with a prestigious multinational legal firm, continuing to grow their operations in Ireland.
Job Summary
This is a new position that requires someone with strong knowledge across Cashiering and Banking. You will work closely with the senior finance team and partners, taking ownership of cash allocations & receipting, cash flow forecasting, and bank account management. Establishing and streamlining new & existing processes while working within the law society's guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
* Daily allocations of all IRL office cash receipts - ensuring adherence to SARs and company policies.
* Daily bank reconciliations for all IRL accounts; reconciliation and posting of all Official fees.
* Compilation of Month end Bank reconciliation summaries for Office & Client Account.
* Cancellation of out of date Client & Office Account cheques and follow-up procedure.
* Partner drawings and distributions postings - including bank file uploads.
* Maintenance of a cash flow forecast balance for various bank accounts.
* Ad hoc postings such as bank charges and direct debits.
* Review of daily credit alert for credit disbursements.
* Daily allocations of all IRL client monies.
* Process client account transactions including Manual deposit interest.
* Reconciliation of trust accounts.
* Reconciliation of firm suspense account.
* Processing client to office transfers in accordance with SAR and firm policies.
* Assisting fee earners and internal stakeholders with queries.
* Liaising with the firm's banking platform where necessary.
Requirements
* Minimum of 3-8 years relevant accounts experience within the Legal Sector.