Legal Cashier

MPJ Recruitment; Orpington; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Orpington is looking for a Legal Cashier to support their financial operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in accounting roles and be familiar with Solicitors Accounts Rules. The firm offers a competitive salary, a supportive working environment, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive working environment

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in financial transaction processing.
• Understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Financial Controller in the Accounts Department.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Process financial transactions accurately and timely.

Skills

2+ years experience as an Accounts Assistant or similar

Effective team collaboration

Strong organisational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Job description

Legal Cashier

£28,000 - £29,000 per annum

Orpington

Monday - Friday

MPJ Recruitment are proud to be supporting a reputable law firm based in Orpington, who are currently searching for a Legal Cashier to join the team.

The business has been established for over 10 years and they invest heavily in the training and support of their existing staff. They're a small business employing roughly 50 staff at the moment but they expanding rapidly throughout 2025 and heading into 2026. Now is a great time to join and establish yourself within the business!

Legal Cashier Responsibilities:

You will support the Financial Controller and work within the Accounts Department to ensure the accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. This role requires an understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules and other regulatory requirements, combined with excellent communication and organisational skills.

Main duties include but not limited to:

• Operation of online banking facilities.
• Processing payment runs by BACS and cheque.
• Processing bank transfers, office accounting transactions and client bills.
• Input and payment of nominal invoices.
• Inputting and processing file-related invoices.
• Processing travel and other staff expenses.
• Closing of files.
• Investigating and clearing residual client balances.
• Preparation of bank reconciliations.
• Reviewing client balances.
• Recording all breaches and potential breaches.
• Ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and other applicable regulations.
• Undertaking appropriate training and development in regards to the role.
• Carrying out additional duties of a reasonable nature as required from time to time.

Skills Required:

• 2+ years experience as an Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper or similar.
• The ability to work effectively and professionally, as part of a team.
• The ability to communicate in person, and in writing.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Sound judgement and the ability to demonstrate logical decision making when dealing with issues.
• Competent in using systems online, such as the Microsoft Office suite, in particular excel.

Legal Cashier Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional training and development.

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