Cash Application Specialist

Abacus Careers; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for growth

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking a talented Client Account Supervisor to lead the Cash Accounting Team in Belfast. This role involves managing key operations, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML procedures, and driving process improvements within a collaborative finance team. Candidates must possess strong leadership skills, a keen understanding of control environments, and effective communication abilities. Competitive salary with opportunities for professional growth is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills are essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Experience in improving processes is crucial.
• Knowledge of legal finance and compliance rules is a plus.
• Must be detail-oriented and organized.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the Cash Accounting team.
• Manage client account operations efficiently.
• Drive process improvements in cash accounting.
• Ensure compliance with AML and Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Support audits and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Line management experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Change management

Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules

AML procedures

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

We're looking for a talented Client Account Supervisor to join our clients Belfast office and lead our Cash Accounting Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage a critical function, drive process improvements, and play a key role in shaping financial operations across the business.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and mentor the Cash Accounting team
• Oversee workloads, performance reviews, recruitment, and training
• Drive process improvements and enhance control environments
• Manage client account operations, including:
  • Checking, banking, and posting client/currency/deposit receipts
  • Processing payment requisitions and inter-ledger transfers
  • Performing daily bank reconciliations
  • Managing residual balances and liaising with partners
  • Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML procedures
  • Support audits (year-end and SRA) and collaborate with international colleagues
  • Work closely with the Financial Systems Team on ERP enhancements (Microsoft Dynamics)

What We’re Looking For

• Strong line management experience and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Proven experience in process improvement and change management
• Deep understanding of control environments, Solicitors Accounts Rules, and AML procedures
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to prioritise effectively
• Previous experience in a legal firm is an advantage

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking finance team driving transformation
• Work on exciting projects with cutting-edge systems
• Enjoy a collaborative, supportive culture
• Competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for growth

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Ready to lead with confidence and make a real impact? Apply now and take your career to the next level!