Job Description

Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With six offices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, Lightfoots is proud of its unrivalled reputation of excellence for all of our services.

We are looking for an experienced Legal Cashier to join their busy and friendly finance team in Thame, Oxfordshire. This role works together with the rest of the team to ensure the smooth and effective running of the department and closely works with fee earners and support roles within the Firm to process financial transactions. We are seeking someone resilient and quick thinking with a "can do" approach and ability to multi-task in a high pressure role.

The Finance team consists of Legal Cashiers and Legal Finance Assistants who work with and report to the Head Cashier and Finance Team Manager with the Chief Financial Officer heading up the Finance Department. The team work together to support each other in a fast paced, busy environment.

Key Responsibilities

Ensuring compliance with the Solicitors' Accounts Rules

Processing all client and office account transactions including using online banking facilities, transferring funds between accounts, making electronic payments and recording receipts

Carrying out daily bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate ledgers

Processing all accounts receivable (client)

Paying interest on client account monies

Handling general enquiries and resolving queries (internal only)

Housekeeping of files and ledgers and assisting the Head Cashier and Finance Team Leader in ensuring residual balances are dealt with promptly and within SAR timeframes

Adhoc administration

Contacting bank with queries

Reconciliation of control accounts as required

What we are looking for

2+ years experience working in a legal finance environment in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules essential

ILFM Diploma (strongly preferred) or support to undertake it given

Proficiency in legal accounting software (previous use of SOS Practice Manager advantageous but not essential)

Visualfiles CMS knowledge advantageous but not essential

Accuracy & attention to detail with a methodical approach to work

Excellent communication - face to face, telephone and written

Proficient IT skills using Microsoft Office applications

Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines

Committed team-worker

Please note, this list is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be subject to change based on the needs of the Firm

Why work for Lightfoots Solicitors?

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Our staff are our greatest asset, and we work hard to provide a culture where you can thrive and enjoy a fantastic career. Our benefits package has been built around what our people value the most;

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Money Matters

Competitive industry salary - with annual salary reviews

Enhanced pension contributions - with qualifying service

Discounted legal fees - discounted conveyancing & wills for you and your family

Personal financial advice - helping you achieve your financial goals

Discounts - from a wide range of retailers

Employee Referral Scheme - up to 1000 bonus

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Mind, Body & Soul Matters

Enhanced holiday allowance - which increases with service

Private Health Insurance - with Bupa (with qualifying service)

Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents, such as optical & dental

24/7 Virtual GP Access - help & support available for when you need it

Company Sick Pay - with the option to use this for caring for a dependant

Free flu jabs- onsite annual flu vaccinations

Discounted Gym Memberships - as well as discounts for other health related retailers

Free fruit in all offices - fresh fruit delivered to the office each week

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access to counselling and support

Mental health first aiders - we have nine qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the firm providing confidential support

Wellbeing events - held throughout the year, from stress resilience workshops to wellbeing breakfasts and lunchtime walks

Paid volunteer days - to volunteer for a charity of your choice

Events - firm organised events throughout the year including quarterly socials, breakfast briefings, book club , Christmas party & lots more.

Committees - we have active Social ,Charity, Wellbeing and ESG committees.

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Family Matters

Enhanced family leave - enhanced pay for Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental leave

Flexible working - our Flexible working policy helps with your work life balance

Flexible sickness entitlement - the option to use your own sickness entitlement if a dependent is unwell and needs care

Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents

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Career Matters

Learning & Development - access to hundreds of webinars and training courses

Paid exam leave - with sponsored training opportunities

Long Service Awards - we celebrate & reward our long standing colleagues

Lightfoots Core Values Award - Rewarding colleagues who have demonstrated our core values

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Apply

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If you think this role is perfect for you (or nearly perfect, we would still like to hear from you) please apply or if you would simply like to find out more you can contact our recruitment team on recruitment@lightfoots.co.uk.

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As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. If you require any adjustments to be able to attend an interview please do let us know.

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Recruitment decisions are made on fair and objective criteria.

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The personal information we have collected from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, Confidential malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. If any of these are detected you could be refused certain services or employment. Your personal information will also be used to verify your identity. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas, and your data protection rights, can be found by Fair Processing Notices for Cifas' Databases | Cifas

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme Paid volunteer time Private medical insurance
Application question(s):

What are your salary expectations? Do you live within a commutable distance to Thame, Oxfordshire? Please let us know if you require any adjustments to attend an interview.
Experience:

legal finance : 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person