Legal Cashier - Reed : Job Details

Legal Cashier

• Location: Chester
• Reports to: Head of Finance
• Salary Range: £30,000 – £35,000 (depending on experience and location)
• Job Type: Full-time – Initial 6-month FTC with potential to go permanent

We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Legal Cashier to join a superb employer based in Chester where you will manage and maintain the financial records of a law firm in compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate processing of client and office transactions, supporting the finance team, and contributing to the smooth financial operation of the practice.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Maintain accurate client and office ledgers.
• Process all financial transactions including receipts, payments, transfers, and disbursements.
• Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and anti-money laundering regulations.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Manage CHAPS, BACS, and international payments.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and assist with audits.
• Produce daily, weekly, and monthly financial reports.
• Assist with year-end accounts and liaise with external auditors.
• Monitor and report any breaches or irregularities in financial transactions.
• Raise and process invoices and ensure timely payments.
• Liaise with solicitors, clients, banks, and regulatory bodies.
• Support payroll and petty cash functions where required.
• Maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.
• Complete file closures in accordance with current procedures.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in legal finance or bookkeeping.
• Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and legal accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in legal accounting software (e.g., Leap, SOS, Xero).
• Strong Excel and IT skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Why Should You Apply? :

• Excellent salary
• Potential to go permanent for the right person
• Free parking
• Immediate Start
• Hybrid working pattern

My client is in the process of reviewing CV’s and arranging interviews for an immediate start so if you are interested, please apply today to avoid disappointment.