Legal Bookkeeper

Full Time 1 week ago Gauteng, South Africa

Employment Information

Key Responsibilities
 
Manage and maintain Attorneys' Trust and Business Accounts
Process daily trust and business account transactions
Perform daily, weekly and monthly bank reconciliations
Process trust transfers, EFT payments and journal entries
Prepare and submit VAT returns
Manage creditors and debtors reconciliations
Allocate receipts and payments accurately to client matters
Process conveyancing financial transactions
Prepare month-end reports and management accounts
Assist with annual Trust Audits and external auditors
Ensure compliance with Legal Practice Council (LPC) Trust Accounting requirements
Liaise with banks, clients and internal conveyancing teams
Maintain accurate financial records and reporting
 
Minimum Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years' experience as a Legal Bookkeeper within a Law Firm
Previous experience in a Conveyancing Practice is essential
Strong knowledge of Attorney Trust Accounting
Understanding of Legal Practice Council (LPC) Trust Accounting Rules
Experience with legal accounting software (Ghost Practice, AJS, Lexpro or similar advantageous)
Experience with VAT, reconciliations and trust compliance
Excellent Microsoft Excel skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Excellent communication and organisational skills
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