Legal Bookkeeper

Legal Bookkeeper

🕒 Type: Part-time | Temporary contract
💼 Department: Accounts / Finance

About Our Client -

Our Client is a respected Irish law firm providing a broad range of legal services to private and commercial clients. We are currently seeking a highly organised and experienced Legal Bookkeeper to join their accounts team.

This is a vital position ensuring compliance with Law Society of Ireland Accounting Regulations and maintaining the financial integrity of the practice.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for all day-to-day bookkeeping duties within the firm, including management of client and office accounts, bank reconciliations, and financial compliance. This role requires a high degree of accuracy, discretion, and an excellent understanding of legal financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of client and office transactions in compliance with Law Society regulations
• Process receipts, payments, and electronic funds transfers, ensuring full trace-ability
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts
• Monitor client account balances, identifying residuals and ensuring funds are properly allocated
• Prepare and assist with the submission of VAT returns and Revenue reporting
• Support the preparation of annual Accountant's Reports for Law Society inspections
• Assist with billing and credit control, and liaise with solicitors regarding WIP and disbursements
• Provide financial reporting to partners and practice management as required
• Liaise with external accountants and auditors to ensure compliance and readiness for annual reviews

Key Requirements

✅ Minimum of 2-3 years' experience in legal bookkeeping within an Irish law firm
✅ In-depth knowledge of Law Society of Ireland Accounting Regulations
✅ Proficiency in legal accounting software (e.g. Keyhouse, LEAP, Redbrick, or similar)
✅ Strong IT and Excel skills; highly accurate with numbers and data entry
✅ Excellent organisational and time management abilities
✅ Discretion and confidentiality when handling client and financial information
✅ Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Qualifications

• ILFM qualification or Accounting Technician (ATI) certification
• Experience supporting Revenue audits or Law Society inspections
• Familiarity with online banking platforms and digital payment processing

Why Choose Staffline? At Staffline, we comprehend the challenges of the job search journey and are equipped with the requisite tools and resources to facilitate your success. As a reputable recruitment agency, we offer a diverse range of permanent and temporary employment solutions across various industry sectors in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

To seize this promising opportunity, kindly reach out to Georgina Roome at our Swords branch directly via email at [email protected] or proceed by clicking the apply button with your up to date CV!