Client Account Cashier

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Client Account Cashier to join our Finance department in Fieldfishers Belfast office.

A bit about the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the management of the firms finance accounts in accordance with the SRA Accounts rules whilst also adhering to all the usual regulations which apply to all forms of accounting including HMRCs MTD for VAT legislation and Anti-Money Laundering the client account cashier you will also be responsible for:

• Checking banking and posting all Client/currency and Deposit receipts
• Checking and processing all Client/currency/deposit payment requisitions
• Checking and processing all inter-ledgers transfers i.e. Client to Bill Client to Disbursement Client to Deposit Client to Client. This can also include setting up of Money Market Deposits
• Investigating unidentified cheques received and trying to resolve promptly
• Assisting the client account team with opening & closing of bank accounts including joint and escrow/deposits
• Assisting with all internal requests and queries
• Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules are met and notify any breaches to the firms COFA
• Other ad-hoc duties as required including assistance with Year-end audits with our external auditors
• Investigating/returning of funds and liaising with partners on residual balances on client account
• Producing cash statements and reports as required
• Daily bank reconciliation
• Lawyer checks
• Calculate and post both manual and compound interest
• Reconcile legal aid posting and distributions

A bit about you

• Can primarily demonstrate a strong experience in client account cashiering and in particular has recent experience of a similar client cashiering role in a legal firm(Ideally)
• Can demonstrate a strong understanding of control environments and can identify control particular needs to be able to demonstrate a strong knowledge and application of current Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML procedures
• Can demonstrate strong IT systems knowledge and a good use of excel capabilities
• Can develop strong internal working relationships with the finance team fee-earners and secretaries as well as strong external relationships with bank contacts
• Can demonstrate a good ability to pick-up and understand the requirements of the role quickly
• Must be able to communicate effectively and in a professional and personable manner - this is a key role in a key area for the firm and so must be professional and presentable at all times
• Needs to have strong numeracy communication and interaction skills with a strong attention to detail
• Strong ability and work ethic to meet deadlines under pressure

Who are we looking for

• We dont have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures approaches and experience can only benefit us.

What do we offer

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. Were a culture of diverse perspectives with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance health cash plan dental insurance life assurance critical illness insurance matched pension contributions up to 7% holiday trading plus many more. Visit:Reward & Benefits Fieldfisher.
• Modern Office Space:Located in the iconic Titanic Quarter with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
• Nurturing your talent:Take a build a career approach to your training. Youll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something youd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs affinity networks inclusive events and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion is not exclusive:

If all our differences are highlighted no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher all our rich diversity is celebrated.

We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine at interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.

For accessibility information on our Belfast office visit:Accessing Fieldfisher Belfast Hub Fieldfisher

What to do next:

• Click Apply Now complete an online application and upload a CV.
• Successful applications will be invited to a 2030-minute introductory call with a recruiter.
• Every role recruits differently. But well always let you know what to expect from the process so you get no surprises.
• For hybrid opportunities youll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.
• We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only but we cant always promise that. We will work around everyones availability. You can contact us at.

We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.

We are not a UK firm with offices in Europe. We are a European law firm at our core. While our HQ is London we are spreading across addition to UK China and Silicon Valley we have offices in Austria Belgium France Germany Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Poland and Spain.

With 1800 people across 28 offices across 14 countries you might expect an impersonal office culture but you will find a homely family feel even in the largest offices.

Quality on both sides
Across all our offices and jurisdictions are market-leading practices in corporate/M&A finance real estate energy and natural resources technology and life sciences.

We count as clients large corporations including major technology firms pharmaceutical and life sciences companies energy suppliers infrastructure companies global banks and financial institutions.

We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. Applications will be considered on merit and the applicants suitability to meet the requirements of the role.