Accounts Assistant - Legal- Dublin City

    Dublin City CentrePermanent€30k - €40k
    Back to job search
    4 weeks ago
    JN -042025-1980102

    Accounts Assistant - Legal- Dublin City

    Dublin City Centre Permanent €30k - €40k

    About the job

    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.