Legal Cashier (SOLAS Qualified)

Ayrshire; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Kilmarnock is looking for a part-time Legal Cashier. The role involves processing financial transactions, conducting bank reconciliations, and ensuring compliance with legal finance regulations. The ideal candidate will have a SOLAS qualification and previous experience in legal accounts.

Qualifications

• Experience in a legal cashier position.
• Proficient with Denovo accounting software.
• Strong Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing financial transactions and invoices.
• Conducting bank reconciliations and preparing reports.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting rules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Legal finance compliance

Education

SOLAS qualification

Tools

Legal accounting software (Denovo)

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

Job description

On behalf of our client, a well-established law firm located in Kilmarnock, we are seeking a diligent and detail-focused Legal Cashier for a part-time position.

Previous experience in a legal cashier position, along with a SOLAS qualification, is required.

Reporting to the partner, your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing financial transactions
• Conducting daily and monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring all payments are accurately recorded
• Processing invoices and disbursements for legal services
• Preparing monthly and year-end financial reports
• Monitoring client accounts for irregularities and reporting any discrepancies
• Managing incoming and outgoing CHAPS, BACS payments through online banking
• Processing petty cash payments and expenses
• Ensure compliance with the Law society of Scotland accounts rules and other relevant regulations
• Handling general account queries
• Assisting with other legal finance-related tasks as needed by the team.

Skills & Experience:

• Proficient in legal accounting software (preferably Denovo)
• Solid understanding of legal finance compliance
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills

The position will cover 15 – 20 hour per week.

If you possess the experience mentioned above and are interested in applying, please send your CV to Coleen Farrell at GH Resourcing.