Legal Cashier

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join their supportive Accounts Team. The role involves managing financial operations, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules, and offers the flexibility of hybrid working after training. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years' experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in legal cashiering within a law firm.
• Strong understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and reconcile Office and Client accounts.
• Process payments and handle banking transactions.
• Liaise with external banks to resolve payment issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical ability

Communication

Teamworking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

SOS Connect

Job description

Legal Cashier – 2+ Years’ Experience
Location: Manchester / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Cashier to join a busy and supportive Accounts Team at a well-established firm. If you have strong knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules and a detail-focused approach, this role offers great variety and the flexibility of hybrid working following initial training.

The Role:
Working under the guidance of the Legal Cashier – Team Leader, you’ll handle a broad range of responsibilities vital to the day-to-day financial operations of the firm. Duties include:

• Monitoring and reconciling Office and Client accounts, allocating receipts, processing payments (Faster Payments, CHAPS, SWIFT), and handling banking transactions.
• Managing payments and queries relating to deputy client bank accounts, including payroll, pensions, tax, and NI for employed carers.
• Liaising with external banks to resolve payment issues and managing deposits/withdrawals from external accounts (e.g. NS&I, CFO).
• Handling client-related tasks such as checking completion statements, processing bills, managing residual balances, and reviewing property ledgers.
• Posting staff expenses and supplier invoices, tracking firm card usage, and supporting day-to-day cashiering tasks across the department.
• Using case management systems to maintain accurate, up-to-date records and collaborating with colleagues to ensure compliance and service excellence.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in legal cashiering within a law firm.
• Strong understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and strong numerical ability.
• Excellent communication and teamworking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and confident using electronic document systems.
• Experience with SOS Connect is an advantage but not essential.

This is a great opportunity to join a flexible and friendly firm where your contributions are valued and your skills can grow. To apply, send your CV to [e-mail] or call 07537 156 394 for a confidential chat.