Senior Accounts Assistant; FTC

Bring clarity to numbers. Support progress. Make a difference.

Looking for a role where your accuracy, organisation and insight can really matter – and where you’re supported to grow as part of a collaborative team?

We are the law firm for people who believe life’s what you make it, for our clients and for our people. We provide the clarity, confidence and support our clients need to move forward, and we do the same for our employees. Here, you’ll be trusted to take ownership of your work, supported to develop your skills, and included as part of a team that values collaboration and accountability.

As part of our Finance team, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the firm’s financial operations, supporting colleagues across the business and contributing to our continued success.

Explore what’s possible with SA Law.

As a Senior Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for a broad range of financial tasks, helping to maintain accurate records and support effective financial management across the firm. Your work will include:

• Managing and processing billing and invoicing activities
• Performing bank and credit card reconciliations
• Maintaining the purchase ledger, including supplier invoices and payments
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Supporting the preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Inputting, authorising and releasing TT and BACS payments via online banking systems
• Processing and posting month-end journals
• Ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with internal controls
• Supporting the team with additional ad hoc finance tasks as required

You’ll be an experienced finance professional who takes pride in accuracy and reliability, and who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. You’ll bring:

• Previous experience in a legal accounting or finance role
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• A good understanding of accounting principles and SRA Accounts Rules
• Experience using legal accounting systems, payroll software and Excel
• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to support colleagues across the firm

At SA Law, we’re a firm built around people. We believe everyone does their best work when they feel supported, included, and able to be themselves. Creating a workplace where different perspectives are welcomed isn’t just the right thing to do; it leads to better conversations, stronger ideas, and better outcomes for our clients.

We value difference and treat each other with respect. Our culture is open and supportive, giving people the opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. When our people thrive, so does the work we do.

We are committed to making our recruitment process fair, inclusive, and accessible. If you’d like to request an adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process, or would like to discuss flexibility, please contact our HR team in confidence at