Legal Bookkeeper

Recruiter

Cecile Personnel (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref

RDP000079/TP

Date posted

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Location

Weltevreden Park, South Africa

SUMMARY

Legal Bookkeeper

Based in Weltevreden Park, Gauteng

A well-established and reputable

Conveyancing Law Firm in Weltevreden Park is seeking a meticulous and highly organised Legal Bookkeeper to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and has extensive experience managing both trust and business accounts.

POSITION INFO

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