Legal Cashier; Maternity Cover

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Contract: Fixed-term (1218 months)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, between 8:00am and 5:30pm
Location: Hybrid (2-month training period onsite)

We are looking for a meticulous and experienced Legal Cashier to join our Finance team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong background in legal finance to play a key role in maintaining financial integrity and supporting both legal and finance teams.

As Legal Cashier, you’ll be responsible for accurate financial record‑keeping, reconciling client and office accounts, processing payments, and ensuring full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR). You’ll thrive in a fast‑paced environment, managing high volumes of data with precision and professionalism.

Financial Transactions & Reconciliations

• Perform daily bank reconciliations for client and office accounts
• Accurately record and allocate receipts
• Process supplier invoices and staff expenses in Sage
• Conduct monthly supplier reconciliations
• Manage disbursement and fee billing
• Reconcile counsel fees and medical accounts

Reporting & Compliance

• Produce monthly nominal ledger reports
• Assist with SRA audits and liaise with external auditors
• Ensure compliance with SAR and internal controls
• Handle sensitive financial data with discretion
• Provide ad hoc reporting and data analysis

Operational & Administrative Support

• Manage the Finance inbox and respond to queries
• Handle daily banking tasks
• Support legal teams with case‑related financial queries
• Assist the Group Finance Manager with projects

• Proven experience in a Finance Department
• High attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Professional and discreet with confidential information

• Experience in legal finance or cashiering
• Familiarity with SAR and Sage software
• Experience supporting SRA audits

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Math and English
• AAT qualification (desirable)

If this seems like the role for you and you are interested in learning more please Apply today!