Cash & Bank Specialist

DWF Law LLP; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services provider in Manchester is seeking two permanent Cash & Bank Specialists. This role is critical in maintaining accurate bank reconciliations in a regulated environment. Responsibilities include daily reconciliations, resolving unreconciled items, and supporting month-end reporting. The ideal candidate will have legal cashiering experience and strong organizational skills. The firm offers a hybrid working model and is committed to inclusivity and diversity.

Qualifications

• Experience managing bank reconciliations in a legal context.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to handle financial transactions efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliations of bank accounts following Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Investigate unreconciled items promptly to maintain records.
• Prepare month-end bank reconciliation reports.

Skills

Legal cashiering experience within a law firm or legal finance environment

Experience performing bank reconciliations

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel user (intermediate level)

Organisational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Overview

We’re recruiting two permanent Cash & Bank Specialists to join our Finance team in Manchester. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate, compliant bank reconciliations within a regulated legal environment and supporting the smooth operation of firm-wide financial processes.

The team work in a hybrid working model.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily reconciliations of all bank accounts in line with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR).
• Investigate and resolve unreconciled items promptly to maintain clean, auditable records.
• Support the preparation of month-end bank reconciliation reports.
• Monitor and record financial transactions, ensuring accurate posting and categorisation.
• Manage shared Finance query inboxes and respond to stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Contribute to team discussions and continuous improvement initiatives.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• Legal cashiering experience within a law firm or legal finance environment.
• Experience performing bank reconciliations.
• Considerable attention to detail with a commitment to high-quality, accurate work.
• Microsoft Excel user (intermediate level).
• Organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Experience working within a professional services environment.
• Exposure to high-volume or multi-account reconciliations.

What we offer?

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you\'re excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

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