Job Description

Legal Cashier Temporary Contract

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Temporary

End Date: 16 October 2026

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: Up to 29000 depending on experience

The Opportunity

A well-established and respected law firm in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join their finance team on a fixed-term temporary basis until 16 October 2026. This is a hands-on compliance-critical role within a firm that operates across a broad range of practice areas and carries a strong reputation for quality and client service.

If you have solid legal cashiering experience a thorough understanding of the SRA Accounts Rules and are looking for a meaningful contract opportunity with a reputable firm this is one worth exploring.

The Role

Reporting into the finance function you will take responsibility for the day-to-day cashiering duties across client and office accounts ensuring full compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules 2019 throughout.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing receipts payments and transfers across client and office accounts
• Performing daily and monthly bank reconciliations
• Managing CHAPS BACS and TT payments accurately and to deadline
• Posting and allocating financial transactions within the firms case management and accounts system
• Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting
• Liaising with fee earners and partners to resolve financial queries promptly
• Supporting the wider accounts team as required
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring audit-readiness at all times
• Identifying and flagging any potential compliance issues in line with SRA rules

What Our Client Is Looking For

Essential:

• Minimum 1 years experience as a Legal Cashier within a UK law firm (in-house legal finance experience will also be considered)
• Solid working knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules 2019 you must be able to apply these confidently in practice
• Experience with legal accounts or case management software (e.g. Osprey LEAP SOS Connect Actionstep or similar)
• Strong numerical accuracy and a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines in a busy environment
• Professional collaborative approach with strong communication skills

Desirable:

• AAT qualification (part-qualified or qualified) or equivalent bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Previous exposure to a multi-department or multi-office legal finance environment
• Experience handling SDLT returns VAT or billing support

Whats On Offer

• Salary up to 29000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working arrangements (specific split to be confirmed at interview)
• Supportive and experienced finance team
• Modern offices in a central Milton Keynes location with good transport links
• Immediate or short-notice start available
• The chance to make a genuine contribution within a respected established firm for the duration of the contract

Key Details

• Contract Type: Fixed-term temporary
• Contract End Date: 16 October 2026
• Location: Milton Keynes
• Salary: Up to 29000 DOE
• Start: As soon as possible / subject to notice period

How to Apply

This role is being handledby Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions. To be considered please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd

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