Senior Legal Cashier
Senior Legal Cashier
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Job Description
Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with a background in legal accounting
Do you thrive in a dynamic team environment and want to contribute to the financial excellence of a leading law firm
We are seeking an experienced Senior Legal Cashier to join our clients progressive Finance Team in their centrally located Hastings officejust a few minutes walk from transport links shops restaurants and even the beach!
About the Role
As a Senior Legal Cashier you will play a key role in ensuring the day-to-day financial operations of the firm run smoothly and in full compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules. You will work across both Client and Business accounts and support the Finance Manager and Senior Cashier in delivering accurate timely and efficient cashiering services.
Key Responsibilities
Your core duties will include (but are not limited to):
- Handling daily accounts post/DX and forwarding to relevant staff
- Downloading and reconciling daily bank statements for all accounts
- Processing incoming/outgoing paymentsCHAPS BACS Faster Payments
- Allocating and posting receipts including foreign and card payments
- Preparing deposits cheque requests and printing Client/Business cheques
- Performing Client-to-Business transfers and interest calculations
- Ensuring the integrity of Client ledgers and preventing overdrawn balances
- Assisting with credit control petty cash payments and reconciliations
- Running and filing daily finance reports and housekeeping documentation
- Supporting the Finance Manager and senior colleagues on ad hoc tasks
- Responding to internal and external finance-related queries professionally
- Maintaining compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules at all times
What Were Looking For
Essential:
- Minimum 2 years Legal Cashier experience within a law firm (Client side)
- Up-to-date knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SRA)
- GCSE-level education or equivalent including strong numeracy
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Confident and professional telephone manner
- Strong organisational skills and a team-first attitude
Desirable:
Experience with Partner for Windows legal accounting software
What is on offer
- Prime location A short walk to shops cafes and the seaside!
- Be part of a progressive finance team in a respected firm
- Opportunity to develop your skills and take ownership of your role
- Supportive and collaborative office culture
- Competitive salary and benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Legal Cashier looking to take the next step in their career within a friendly and forward-thinking legal practice so if interested please apply here for immediate consideration.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
