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Part Time Legal Bookkeeper

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    Kelly Colfer Son & Poyntz
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    Ref: #JOB-2431494
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    KELLY COLFER SON & POYNTZ, Delare House, S St, New Ross, Co. Wexford, Y34 PK37
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    7 hours per week
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    39000.00 - 44000.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 29 Jan 2026
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    Closing On: 09 Feb 2026

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The company
Kelly Colfer Son & Poyntz Solicitors, based in New Ross has been offering legal services in Southeast since 1872.  It is owned and operated by Solicitor Declan Joyce. With a team of staff that has more than 60 years of combined experience, it is one of the more trusted legal firms in Wexford.  
Role summary: 
Reporting to Principal Solicitor, the person will need to be self-motivating, have excellent time management skills, to be able to prioritise tasks, retrieve information from others and communicate effectively. 
The role is part time. Choice of 1 full day or 2 half days on-site. 

The main responsibilities in this role will include:   
•	Posting client and office transactions and maintaining accurate financial records on a weekly basis
•	Ensuring all financial records and client fund handling adhere to Law Society regulations and Revenue requirements
•	Liaising with Principal Solicitor and support staff regarding matter ledgers and cash accounts/distribution accounts
•	Running month end and year end and reporting requirements
•	Posting creditor invoices and payments
•	Posting debtor invoices and compiling fee list report
•	Process payroll and associated Revenue returns
•	Process and file VAT returns

Required Qualifications and Skills: 
•	As this is an accounting role, we would prefer a Level 6 or Level 7 in Accounting Technician or similar qualification in Bookkeeping is essential
•	At least 2-5 years in a similar working legal environment is a minimum requirement
•	Full competency with filing Vat & Revenue Returns
•	Full competency with Keyhouse / Dye & Druham Accountancy Package (SAM) & Payroll System 
•	Ability to run accounting reports
•	Good communication skills 
•	Good collaboration skills 

Benefits of working at KCSPS
•	Free Car Parking on site
•	Part Time hours for Work Life Balance on-site
•	Choose 1 day working or 2 half days on-site

Salary Scale
€39,000 to €44,000 Pro Rata 

Please email Cover Letter & CV to info@kellycolfer.ie
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Career Level

  • Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential Desirable

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