Legal Cashier

CRA Legal; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Friendly and supportive environment

Busy, reputable law firm

Job summary

CRA Legal in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to oversee the day-to-day management of the firm's financial transactions, ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and supporting efficient accounts operations.

The role requires prior Legal Cashier experience, high accuracy, and strong organisational skills. You will liaise with fee earners and external parties, using legal accounting software and MS Office to maintain precise records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier is essential.
• Strong knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process client and office account transactions.
• Handle electronic payments, transfers and cheques.
• Manage client balances and residual balances.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and posting transactions.
• Process bills, disbursements and expenses.
• Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules at all times.

Skills

Legal Cashier experience

SRA Accounts Rules

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent & team worker

Microsoft Office & legal accounting软件

Tools

Legal accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Legal Cashier

Location: Nottingham

Contract: Permanent

About the Firm

We are a busy and well-established law firm providing legal services across a range of practice areas. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and reliable Legal Cashier to join their team.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the firm's financial transactions, ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules and supporting the smooth running of the accounts function.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing client and office account transactions
• Handling electronic payments, transfers, and cheques
• Managing client balances and residual balances
• Bank reconciliations and posting transactions
• Processing bills, disbursements, and expenses
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules at all times
• Liaising with fee earners and external parties as required

About You

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier (essential)
• Strong knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Confident using legal accounting software and Microsoft Office

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to work within a busy and reputable law firm