Job Description

Competitive salary

DUTTON GREGORY

HYBRID (CHANDLERS FORD, UK)

NON-QUALIFIED

FULL TIME

SUPPORT

OTHER

Job:

Junior Accounts Assistant

Location: Chandler's Ford

Job Type: Full time

At Dutton Gregory Solicitors, we're proud of our strong reputation as a trusted legal partner and employer. As part of our continued growth, we're looking for a Junior Accounts Assistant to join our Finance Team at our Chandlers Ford office. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone developing their finance career, who thrives in a fast-paced and supportive environment.



As a Junior Accounts Assistant, you'll play an important part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the firm. From ensuring client transactions are recorded accurately to handling queries and assisting with billing, you'll be hands-on and integral to the smooth running of the Finance department. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the business, build confidence working with financial systems, and gain valuable experience in legal accounting - all while learning and growing in a team that values development and teamwork.

The Role

As a Junior Accounts Assistant, you'll:


Prompt and accurate recording of all financial transactions relating to client money Raising and processing electronic payments Performing daily bank reconciliations Reconciling client accounts and managing residual balances or untraceable funds Verifying data reports, client accounts, and statements Supporting billing through checking and final posting General banking tasks Handling internal staff queries via phone and email Notifying Lawyers of funds received Managing external calls and taking card payments promptly Assisting Finance Managers with financial admin and ad hoc duties Providing administrative support to other departments when needed

About You

The ideal candidate will have:


A desire to learn, a flexible attitude, and a collaborative mindset Confidence with numbers and proficiency in IT, especially Excel Previous experience in a legal environment is desirable but not essential GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C or above in English and Mathematics Ideally studying towards an AAT qualification

Why join us?

At Dutton Gregory, we live by our core values:

Committed

- to our clients, our work, and each other.

United

- as a team, we work better when we work together.

Progressive

- always looking ahead, improving and innovating.



We offer a supportive environment where your ideas are valued, your development is encouraged, and your work truly makes a difference.

Apply Today

Apply by emailing your CV and covering note explaining why you'd be a great fit for the role to - recruitment@duttongregory.co.uk. Or click the "apply now" button below


Staff Type


Business Support Staff

We are a growing law firm with a bold vision. Built on our core values - Committed, United, Progressive - we provide high-quality legal services while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous development.



Our team is made up of talented professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding results for our clients. We support their growth with structured career pathways, tailored development programmes, and leadership development opportunities.



If you're looking for a firm that invests in its people and embraces change, we'd love to hear from you.



Even if you don't see a job listed, please do contact Charlotte Piper (c.piper@duttongregory.co.uk) for an initial confidential discussion.