Accounts Assistant - Top Tier Legal Firm | Dublin City Centre
A multinational Top Tier Legal Firm based in the heart of Dublin city centre is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support the finance function within a busy and fast-paced department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative team and gain exposure to both legal and accounting operations within a leading organisation.
Why Join?
In addition to working with one of the most respected firms in the industry, you'll also benefit from a competitive package and exceptional working environment:
- 3% pension, healthcare, bonus
- Free barista coffee, subsidised on-site canteen
- Strong work-life balance
- Convenient access to public transport (bus, rail, Luas)
- Permanent position
Location:
- Based in the heart of Dublin City Centre- Office based position
About the Role
Reporting to the Accounts Manager and working closely with senior stakeholders, including partners and the wider finance team, your key responsibilities will include:
- Issuing monthly invoices to clients
- Supporting credit control activities
- Handling day-to-day banking tasks, including providing matter numbers for lodgements
- Allocating outlay invoices to relevant client matters
- Managing records for court stamping costs, including allocation and monthly reconciliation
- Administering petty cash
- Posting journals to the general ledger
- Assisting in the preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts
- Monitoring and responding to both client and supplier queries via the shared Finance inbox
- Supporting ad hoc financial tasks and projects as required
Person Specification & Qualification:
- Minimum of 1- 4 years' experience accounting experience
- Experience within a legal firm is advantageous
- Highly numerate with strong attention to detail
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Able to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
- Organised, focused, and deadline-driven
- Excellent communication and client service skills
- Experience with Excel
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their financial experience within a professional and supportive environment.
