Job Description

We are hiring for our client, a reputable and well-established legal practice based in Ballymena, to recruit a Legal Bookkeeper. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for someone with strong experience in legal finance who thrives in a stable, close-knit team.

Working closely with the Partners and wider support team, the successful Legal Bookkeeper will manage the day-to-day accounts function, ensuring compliance with all legal financial practices and helping maintain the firm’s longstanding reputation for accuracy, trust, and professionalism.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Competitive salary of £32,000 – £34,000 depending on experience
2. Based in Ballymena
3. Opportunity to join a stable, highly respected local legal firm

The Role:

• Maintain and reconcile client, office, and deposit accounts
• Process all incoming/outgoing payments including BACS, cheques, lodgements, and card payments
• Manage petty cash and input supplier invoices
• Assist with credit control, aged debt review, and recoveries
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and financial reports
• Submit VAT returns via legal accounting software (e.g. Insight Legal)
• Liaise with external accountants and suppliers
• Ensure all financial records are maintained in line with legal compliance standards

The Person:

• Minimum 1 year of experience in a finance/bookkeeping role within a law firm
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Outlook, and Word)
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and ability to work independently
• Knowledge of legal accounts software (e.g. Insight Legal) desirable
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

The Rewards:

• £32,000–£34,000 depending on experience
• 35 hours per week (full-time, Monday–Friday)
• Company pension & statutory holidays
• Office closure for one week at Christmas

For further information and to apply for this Legal Bookkeeper role, please contact Hollie Wilson-O’Neill. Visit our website to view a full list of current opportunities.