Legal Cashier

Martin Pooley Associates; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Legal Cashier to oversee financial controls and compliance within a respected law firm. In this pivotal role, you will manage resources effectively, monitor accounting policies, and ensure that all financial processes align with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a degree or equivalent, ideally with a professional qualification, and have experience in a similar role. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team where your proactive approach and attention to detail will make a significant impact on the firm's success.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within professional services is essential.
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage resources effectively within the Accounts team.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
• Provide necessary information to other departments.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Time Management

Decision-Making

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Customer Service Orientation

Proactive Attitude

Education

Degree or equivalent

Professional qualification (e.g. ILFM)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Practice Management Software

Job description

LEGAL CASHIER

Respected Law Firm requires a Legal Cashier.

You will be required to maintain and develop all necessary financial controls, systems, and processes to ensure the efficient and effective management of the firm’s finances and compliance with statutory requirements.

JOB DUTIES

• To manage and allocate all resources effectively within the Accounts team.
• Monitor and manage all necessary accounting policies and procedures.
• To identify and manage all risks in a controlled and professional manner.
• To ensure that authority levels are adhered to at all times.
• To ensure the reporting & workflow timetable is achieved.
• Ensure the team’s communication and relationship with all stakeholders is handled properly and in a way that is consistent with the ethos and strategy of the business.
• To be responsible for providing the other departments with the necessary information to enable them to discharge their responsibilities.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• A degree or equivalent - ideally a professional qualification (e.g. ILFM).
• Experience in a similar role.
• Experience of professional services preferred.
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Thorough knowledge of the firm and its service areas and processes.
• Computer literate i.e. Word, Excel, Email, use of practice management software.
• A commercial business and customer service-oriented approach.
• Excellent organisational skills and a focus on accuracy.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Excellent decision-making skills.
• Ability to use own initiative and a proactive attitude.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must have a proactive “can do” and collaborative approach with a “value-added” attitude.
• Self-motivated and a team player.
• Desire to succeed and make a difference.
• Ability to make own decisions with an appreciation of when to communicate & escalate issues to management.
• Ability to prioritise activities and manage a busy and demanding role.
• Attention to detail and understanding of reconciliations but with a “bigger picture” approach.