Job Description

We are seeking an ambitious and proactive Legal Cashier, to join our close-knit, friendly, accounts team in Norwich. This role is a full time office based role but we do understand that flexibility is essential for a good work life balance.

Some of the duties will include:

Reconciliation of the firms bank accounts on a daily basis; Dealing with incoming monies via Internet Banking; ensuring funds are investigated and allocated promptly in accordance with the Firm's policies; Dealing with payments out of the firm's accounts by either electronic payment or cheque payment, in accordance with the firm's policies, and in line with the SARs; Checking and Processing bills; Checking client balances and working with fee earners to clear following completion, ensuring balances are returned promptly; Transferring costs and disbursements; Liaising with clients by phone to take card payments Providing support to fee-earners/secretaries on all financial matters and assisting with queries as they arise either by email, phone or zoom Reporting any breaches promptly to the Senior Accounts Manager and ensuring they are remedied upon discovery; Ensuring all incoming cheques received, are logged, and postings requested where required; and To undertake any other reasonable duties, as requested.

A little about you:

Knowledge of client accounting system including reconciliation to bank accounts Knowledge of SRA rules and regulations relating to client accounts Calm under pressure, team player, flexible and adaptable to changing demands in workload Excellent communication skills Motivated, pro-active and highly organised, with good attention to detail Excellent time management skills Friendly, confident, polite, customer service orientated

About Us

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At Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base.



As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward-thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service.

Below are some other reasons that help us in our mission 'to be a place where people want to work and enjoy working:

We have been accredited with "Investors in People" since 1996 and shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023. We achieved a three-star accreditation in the top 75 "Best Companies" (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked 1st in the top 10 "Best Large Law Firms to Work For" category.
Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in-house - we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from.

* We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid 'charity day' per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well being calendar with a wide range of regular events