Accounts Executive / Compliance Manager

Kenny Stephenson Chapman Solicitors are looking to recruit an Accounts Executive / Compliance Manager to join our busy practice. This full time position is ideal for someone with strong financial acumen and a solid grasp of compliance standards in the legal services industry. Training will be provided for the compliance aspect of the role.

Key Responsibilities for Acccounts Executive Role:

• Manage the firms Client & Office Bank accounts, including lodgements, online banking payments, recording all bank transactions and reconciling transactions
• Maintaining accurate records of petty cash
• Handling accounts payable; recording supllier invoices and processing payments.
• Managing accounts receivable; preparing client invoices
• Maintaining client matter ledgers in full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Regulations;
• Preparing relevant compliance and financial reports as required;
• Processing staff expenses and payroll, including ROS submissions and payroll reporting
• Managing VAT returns;
• Recording and reconciling Land Registry, Court Franking and CRO accounts.
• Submitting Stamp Duty Returns to the Revenue Commissions.
• Maintaining the Nominal Ledger, including journal entries and adjustments
• Liaising with external accounts and auditors as needed.

Qualifications and Skills:

• 2/3 years experience in a legal accounts position.
• Knowledge of Legal Accounting Software such as Leap is preferred
• Knowledge of VAT reporting obligations
• Knowledge of Solicitor Accounts Regulations
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in general office administration tasks.

Key Responsiblites for Compliance Manager Role:

• Maintaining and updating internal compliance records, procedures, and policies.
• Ensuring all firm files, documentation, and internal processes meet LQSI and legal regulatory standards.
• Supporting the preparation and coordination of compliance audits and reviews.
• Monitoring deadlines and maintaining a calendar of compliance requirements.
• Monitoring and maintaining the firms compliance registers.
• Working with colleagues to ensure consistent application of compliance procedures across the board.

If you wish to apply for this job, please email your curriculum vitae to reception@ksc.ie or apply online.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 28/04/2025