Job Description

Legal Cashier (Maternity Cover)

Contract:

Fixed-term (12-18 months)

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, between 8:00am and 5:30pm

Location:

Hybrid (2-month training period onsite)



We're looking for a meticulous and experienced

Legal Cashier

to join our Finance team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in legal finance to play a key role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting both legal and finance teams.

About the Role

As Legal Cashier, you'll be responsible for accurate financial record-keeping, reconciling client and office accounts, processing payments, and ensuring full compliance with

Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)

. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing high volumes of data with precision and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Transactions & Reconciliations



Perform daily bank reconciliations for client and office accounts Accurately record and allocate receipts Process supplier invoices and staff expenses in Sage Conduct monthly supplier reconciliations Manage disbursement and fee billing Reconcile counsel fees and medical accounts




Reporting & Compliance



Produce monthly nominal ledger reports Assist with SRA audits and liaise with external auditors Ensure compliance with SAR and internal controls Handle sensitive financial data with discretion Provide ad hoc reporting and data analysis




Operational & Administrative Support



Manage the Finance inbox and respond to queries Handle daily banking tasks Support legal teams with case-related financial queries Assist the Group Finance Manager with projects

What We're Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience



Proven experience in a Finance Department High attention to detail and numerical accuracy Strong organisational and time-management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel Professional and discreet with confidential information




Desirable



Experience in legal finance or cashiering Familiarity with SAR and Sage software Experience supporting SRA audits

Qualifications

GCSEs (or equivalent) in Math and English AAT qualification (desirable)




If this seems like the role for you and you are interested in learning more please

Apply today!