Legal Cashier

RK Accountancy; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented individual to support their finance team. This role involves handling monetary transactions, updating ledgers, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate a strong attention to detail. This position offers a chance to grow within a collaborative and supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident in handling queries and communications.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the finance team with monetary transaction handling.
• Update internal and client ledgers for accuracy.
• Review invoices and enter billing information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professional query handling

Time management

Team collaboration

Digital proficiency

Knowledge of Solicitors' Accounts Rules

Microsoft Office skills

Job description

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join their busy accounts team as the firm continues to take on new work and broaden its services. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking legal practice that values professionalism, collaboration, and ongoing development. If you’re looking for a role within a supportive environment where your contribution truly matters, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supporting the finance team with the day-to-day handling of the organisation's monetary transactions.
• Updating internal, client, and general ledgers regularly to ensure accurate financial records.
• Reviewing invoices and entering billing information into the system.
• Managing electronic payments in and out of the business and ensuring all movements are properly logged.
• Handling incoming and outgoing calls, including processing card payments when required.
• Carrying out daily banking tasks.
• Preparing cheques based on instructions from colleagues and departmental staff.
• Overseeing petty cash and processing staff expense claims.
• Making sure all financial activity is compliant with relevant regulatory requirements, including SRA Accounts Rules and HMRC guidelines.
• Contributing to the development and refinement of administrative and financial processes.

Key Skills

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy in all tasks.
• Confident in handling queries professionally and providing clear, helpful responses.
• Capable of working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective at organising workload, managing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
• Able to work independently when needed.
• A cooperative team player who can work well with colleagues.
• Competent IT user with solid digital skills.
• Familiarity with Solicitors' Accounts Rules is advantageous.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Office applications.

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