Legal Cashier

Certain Advantage; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm based in Glasgow/Edinburgh is seeking a highly experienced Legal Cashier to ensure compliance with the Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules. This hybrid position involves managing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with VAT returns and audits. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of legal cashiering experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years proven experience of legal cashiering in a law firm.
• Strong working knowledge of Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules.
• Proficient in using legal accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all transactions are processed accurately and timely.
• Manage client and office account transactions.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and financial reports.
• Liaise on financial queries and billing processes.

Skills

Legal cashiering experience

Knowledge of Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules

Accuracy and attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Legal accounting software

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Legal Cashier

Location: Glasgow/Edinburgh (Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

My client is a well-established and reputable law firm based in Glasgow/Edinburgh, offering a broad range of legal services to individuals, businesses, and institutions. We are seeking a highly experienced Legal Cashier to join their finance team. This is a key role ensuring full compliance with Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules and maintaining high standards in financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily operations of the legal cashiering function, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure full compliance with the Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules and internal policies.
• Manage client and office account transactions including receipts, payments, bank reconciliations, and transfers.
• Monitor client ledgers and maintain accurate financial records.
• Liaise with fee earners and support staff on financial queries and billing processes.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, bank reconciliations, and other financial reports as required.
• Assist in preparing year-end accounts and liaising with external auditors.
• Oversee and manage the firm's bank accounts and relationships with financial institutions.
• Contribute to financial risk management and internal audit processes.
• Implement improvements in cashiering processes and systems.

Skills & Experience Required

• 3-5 years proven experience of legal cashiering, ideally within a law firm environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules.
• Proficient in using legal accounting software
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Please send your CV to Rosie Hutcheon, or call (phone number removed) via the 'Apply Now' option to be considered for the role