Finance Assistant – Accounts – Kingsbridge

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Finance Assistant – Accounts – Kingsbridge

Published
16/02/2026
Location
Kingsbridge, United Kingdom
Category
Job Type
Type Of Lawyer
  • Financial Controller
Work Hours
Full-time
Reference No:
BH-52384
Area of Law
  • Transport
Contact Email
jill.mccartney@qedlegal.com
Contact
Jill McCartney
Contact Phone
07769 676594
Region
South West

Description

Finance Assistant – Accounts
Kingsbridge | Full-Time | Permanent | Monday–Friday (No Weekends)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a busy and forward-thinking accounts team in Kingsbridge.
Reporting to the Financial Officer, you will play a key role in the day-to-day maintenance of either the office account or client account, ensuring full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.
If you are detail-oriented, proactive, and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this could be the role for you. Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a dynamic and ambitious team with exciting plans for growth in 2026 and beyond.
We offer:

  • A supportive and inclusive culture where your ideas are valued
  • Genuine opportunities for progression and career development
  • Modern working practices with a strong focus on work–life balance
  • A friendly team environment where people build long-term careers

The Role
Depending on your focus, responsibilities may include:
Client Account

  • Daily banking and reconciliations
  • Preparing and processing cheques
  • Bill processing
  • Assisting with ledger queries
  • Supporting the annual Solicitors Accounts Rules audit

Office Account

  • Daily banking and reconciliations
  • Assisting with monthly accounts pack preparation
  • Supporting annual audit processes
  • Managing petty cash and credit cards
  • Maintaining creditors ledger
  • Producing ad hoc financial reports

What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from Finance Assistants with a minimum of 6 months’ experience in a similar role.
The ideal candidate will have:

  • AAT Level 3 or 4, semi-qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA, or qualified by experience
  • Experience working within a busy accounts team
  • Strong working knowledge of Xero
  • Good Excel skills
  • Experience using Leap (preferred but not essential)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A flexible and adaptable approach in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer
Career & Professional Development

  • Clear progression pathways
  • Full support for CPD, training and qualifications
  • Opportunities to contribute to business initiatives

Health, Wellbeing & Lifestyle

  • Potential for hybrid working
  • Enhanced annual leave
  • Additional holiday for long service
  • Company pension
  • Free annual flu jabs
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Mental health support
  • Free parking
  • Coaching and mentoring

Culture & Extras

  • Regular social events
  • Staff discounts
  • Office perks (great coffee, snacks, seasonal celebrations)
  • A supportive team where your contribution is recognised

If you’re looking to be part of a growing organisation that genuinely values work–life balance and professional development, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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