Client Account Cashier

Fieldfisher; Belfast; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health plan

Dental insurance

Life cover

Critical illness

Pension matching

Holiday trading

City Centre Belfast office

Job summary

Fieldfisher in Belfast requires an experienced Client Account Cashier to join the Finance team. The role involves managing client accounts in line with SRA Accounts Rules, HMRC VAT rules, and AML directives, including posting receipts, processing payments, and reconciling ledgers.

You will support bank account operations, assist with audits, and ensure compliance while building solid internal and external relationships with fee-earners and bank contacts.

Qualifications

• Able to demonstrate strong client account cashiering experience, ideally in a legal firm.
• Solid understanding of controls and current Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML procedures.
• Strong IT systems knowledge with good Excel capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Check, bank and post client receipts and deposits.
• Process client/currency/deposit payments and inter-ledger transfers.
• Assist with opening/closing bank accounts including escrow/deposits.
• Assist with year-end audits and external auditors.
• Produce cash statements and daily bank reconciliations.

Skills

Client account cashiering

IT systems knowledge

Excel proficiency

Numeracy

Communication

Tools

Excel

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Client Account Cashier to join our Finance department in Fieldfisher's Belfast office.

A bit about the role

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the management of the firms' finance accounts in accordance with the SRA Accounts rules whilst also adhering to all the usual regulations, which apply to all forms of accounting - including HMRC's MTD for VAT legislation and Anti-Money Laundering Directives. As the client account cashier, you will also be responsible for:

• Checking, banking and posting all Client/currency and Deposit receipts
• Checking and processing all Client/currency/deposit payment requisitions
• Checking and processing all inter-ledgers transfers i.e. Client to Bill, Client to Disbursement, Client to Deposit, Client to Client. This can also include setting up of Money Market Deposits
• Investigating unidentified cheques received and trying to resolve promptly
• Assisting the client account team with opening & closing of bank accounts including joint and escrow/deposits
• Assisting with all internal requests and queries
• Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules are met and notify any breaches to the firm's COFA
• Other ad-hoc duties as required including assistance with Year-end audits with our external auditors
• Investigating/returning of funds and liaising with partners on residual balances on client account
• Producing cash statements and reports as required
• Daily bank reconciliation
• Lawyer checks
• Calculate and post both manual and compound interest
• Reconcile legal aid posting and distributions

A bit about you

• Can primarily demonstrate a strong experience in client account cashiering and in particular has recent experience of a similar client cashiering role in a legal firm (Ideally)
• Can demonstrate a strong understanding of control environments and can identify control weaknesses. In particular, needs to be able to demonstrate a strong knowledge and application of current Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML procedures
• Can demonstrate strong IT systems knowledge and a good use of excel capabilities
• Can develop strong internal working relationships with the finance team, fee-earners and secretaries as well as strong external relationships with bank contacts
• Can demonstrate a good ability to pick-up and understand the requirements of the role quickly
• Must be able to communicate effectively and in a professional and personable manner - this is a key role in a key area for the firm and so must be professional and presentable at all times
• Needs to have strong numeracy, communication and interaction skills with a strong attention to detail
• Strong ability and work ethic to meet deadlines under pressure

Who are we looking for?

• We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strength; varied cultures, approaches and experience can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

• You can be yourself: It takes everyone to make us who we are. We're a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH?: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit: Reward & Benefits ¦ Fieldfisher.
• Modern Office Space: Located in Belfast City Centre with excellent commuter links and parking nearby.
• Nurturing your talent: Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Why join Fieldfisher?

At Fieldfisher, we know people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to be themselves.

We invest in helping our people build fulfilling careers while maintaining a healthy balance with life outside work. From professional development opportunities and wellbeing initiatives to flexible ways of working, we're committed to creating an environment where people can thrive.

As part of our People First approach, we offer a range of support for colleagues and their families. Find out more about our family-friendly approach.

Inclusion at Fieldfisher

We want everyone at Fieldfisher to feel respected, valued and able to succeed.

We're committed to attracting, developing and retaining talented people from all backgrounds and creating opportunities for colleagues to grow and thrive. We believe that different experiences and perspectives strengthen our firm, our teams and the service we provide to clients.

Our Inclusion Networks, colleague-led initiatives, awareness campaigns and learning programmes help build community, encourage understanding and support an environment where everyone feels they belong.

Fieldfisher is proud to be an Opening Doors Employer with Business in the Community Northern Ireland. Through our inclusion and recruitment strategies, we are committed to broadening access to careers, attracting talent from diverse backgrounds, and creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Accessibility and adjustments

We're committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require any adjustments during your application or interview, please contact the Recruitment team in confidence at . We'll work with you to understand what support you need and ensure you can participate fully in the process.

We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.