Legal Cashier

Simpson Judge Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking law firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier for a full-time office-based role. The ideal candidate has a strong background in legal accounts, preferably with Legal Aid billing experience. Responsibilities include managing legal accounts, processing invoices, and ensuring compliance with SRA regulations. This role offers excellent career growth opportunities within a collaborative team environment. A competitive salary and benefits package will be provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier in a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of SRA compliance.
• Ability to manage client ledgers and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day legal accounts including client ledgers.
• Process invoices and payments in line with SRA regulations.
• Handle Legal Aid billing submissions and reconciliations.

Skills

Legal Aid billing experience

Knowledge of legal accounts procedures

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in accounting software

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

LEAP

Clio

IRIS

QikSolve

Job description

Job Title: Legal Cashier | Junior Accounts
Location: Office-Based
Position Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: DOE

The Opportunity

A forward-thinking law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate with strong knowledge of legal accounts, ideally with experience in Legal Aid billing, who is looking to grow their career in a dynamic legal environment. You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and compliant management of the firm's financial operations.

The Role

• Managing day-to-day legal accounts, including client ledgers, office accounts, and reconciliation of transactions.
• Processing invoices, disbursements, and payments in line with SRA regulations and internal policies.
• Handling Legal Aid billing, including submissions, reconciliations, and monitoring outstanding payments.
• Preparing management accounts and financial reports to support business decision-making.
• Liaising with solicitors, clients, and external stakeholders regarding accounts and billing queries.
• Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory standards.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier in a law firm, ideally with Legal Aid billing experience.
• Strong knowledge of legal accounts procedures and SRA compliance.
• Excellent numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., LEAP, Clio, IRIS, QikSolve, or similar).
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a busy legal team.
• Available to work full-time in an office-based role.

Why Apply

• Work with a supportive and collaborative team in a professional legal environment.
• Opportunity to take responsibility for a key operational function and grow your career.
• Exposure to a mix of private and Legal Aid matters, enhancing your skills and expertise.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Interested

If you are an experienced Legal Cashier or Legal Accounts candidate on the market for a new role contact Millie Ebbrell at Simpson Judge Legal today