Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant – Accounts

Kingsbridge

Monday-Friday

Hawk3 Talent Solutions are delighted to be supporting our client, a respected and long‑established multi‑discipline law firm, in their search for an experienced Finance Assistant to join their Accounts team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a busy, supportive department within a firm that genuinely invests in its people.

Due to continued growth, the firm is seeking a Finance Assistant with at least six months’ experience in a similar role. Reporting to the Financial Officer, you will support the day‑to‑day running of either the client account or office account, ensuring full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules.

This role offers variety, responsibility and the chance to develop your skills within a modern, forward‑thinking finance function.

• Carry out daily banking functions, including reconciliations
• Prepare cheques and process bills
• Support internal teams with ledger queries
• Assist with the annual Solicitors Accounts Rules audit

• Complete daily banking and reconciliation tasks
• Assist with preparation of the monthly accounts pack
• Support the annual audit process
• Manage petty cash and credit card transactions
• Maintain the creditors ledger
• Produce ad hoc financial reports as required

You’ll be a proactive team player with strong communication skills and the ability to work accurately in a fast‑paced environment. The ideal candidate will bring:

• AAT Level 3 or 4, or part‑qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA (or equivalent experience)
• Experience working within a busy accounts team
• Strong working knowledge of Xero
• Good Excel skills
• Experience using LEAP (preferred but not essential)
• At least six months’ experience as a Finance Assistant

• Genuine opportunities for progression
• Full support for CPD, training courses and qualifications
• Opportunities to contribute to business development and firm‑wide initiatives

• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays + discretionary Christmas closure
• Additional holiday for long service
• Company pension
• Free annual flu jabs
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental health support
• Free parking
• Coaching and mentoring

• Supportive, friendly and inclusive working environment
• Regular social events and team activities
• Staff discounts on legal services
• Office perks including great coffee, snacks and seasonal celebrations

Closing date is 5th March 2026

To apply, email your CV to