Legal Cashier

Eclectic Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in East London is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join their established finance team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in legal accounts, with knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules being essential. Responsibilities include managing transactions, bank reconciliations, and liaising with clients. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking a supportive and varied role within the legal sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Cashier within a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules.
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Confident using legal accounting systems and Excel.
• Legal Aid experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing client and office account transactions.
• Daily bank reconciliations.
• Processing payments including BACS and CHAPS.
• Posting bills, disbursements and financial adjustments.
• Liaising with fee earners, clients and third parties.
• Supporting credit control and month-end processes.
• Maintaining accurate records in line with SRA Accounts Rules.

Skills

Legal accounts experience

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Confidence with legal accounting systems

Excel proficiency

Tools

Legal accounting systems

Job description

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We’re working with a well-regarded Legal 500 law firm in East London who are looking to appoint an experienced Legal Cashier to join their established finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong legal accounts experience to take on a varied role within a professional and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing client and office account transactions
• Daily bank reconciliations
• Processing payments including BACS and CHAPS
• Posting bills, disbursements and financial adjustments
• Liaising with fee earners, clients and third parties
• Supporting credit control and month-end processes
• Maintaining accurate records in line with SRA Accounts Rules

About You

• Proven experience as a Legal Cashier within a law firm
• Strong knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Confident using legal accounting systems and Excel
• Legal Aid experience is beneficial but not essential

If you’re an experienced Legal Cashier looking for your next role, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now or message for further details.

We endeavour to respond to all applicants; however, if you do not hear from us within 10 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.