Exeter - Head of Accounts

Veitch Penny are seeking a new head of accounts to take over from our present head who is retiring later this year after many years with the firm.

You will be responsible for overseeing the day to day operation of the accounts department, ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules. Tasks will include client and office posting, regular reconciliations of office and client account, checking and posting invoices and statements, and preparing VAT returns and assisting the Managing Partner by providing information for budget and cash flow projections.

You will work alongside our part time Quality/HR Manager (who deals with payroll and pensions but can also assist with many accounts functions when needed) and an experienced assistant who normally works part time, but works full time to cover holidays/sickness when needed. You will be based in our pleasant Exeter city centre offices supporting the 4 partners and 9 further fee earners spread between our Exeter and Crediton offices.

Applications to Charles Dowell, Managing Partner - cd@vplaw.co.uk