Legal Cashier

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing legal firm based in Chester is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join their finance team. This hybrid position requires expertise in legal finance, compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, and strong attention to detail. Ideal candidates should possess excellent Excel skills and a calm demeanor under pressure. The role includes managing financial transactions, producing reports, and liaising with clients and auditors.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within the legal industry is preferred.
• Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and legal accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate client and office ledgers.
• Process all financial transactions including receipts and payments.
• Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and anti-money laundering regulations.
• Perform daily bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and assist with audits.

Skills

Experience in legal finance or bookkeeping

Strong Excel and IT skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

High attention to detail and accuracy

Calm under pressure and deadline-driven

Job description

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Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a growing, Chester based, legal firm as they look to recruit an experienced Legal Cashier to join their growing finance team.

Based in Chester, you will work a hybrid model.

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Legal Cashier or an experienced Accountant with previous experience working within the legal industry.

Job Duties:

• 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.
• 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.

Ideal experience

• Experience in legal finance or bookkeeping.
• Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and legal accounting procedures.
• Strong Excel and IT skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
• Organised and able to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Discreet and trustworthy with sensitive financial data.
• Calm under pressure and deadline-driven.