Legal Cashier Supervisor

LJ Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK law firm is seeking an experienced Legal Cashiering Supervisor to join their finance team in Manchester. This role involves overseeing all cashiering activities, ensuring compliance with SRA regulations, and leading a dedicated team. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to collaboration, this position offers a chance to contribute significantly to the firm's success while supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Work-life balance support

Reputable firm with commitment to excellence

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules required.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in finance/legal cashiering.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and finance systems essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day cashiering activities ensuring compliance with SRA.
• Supervise a high-performing team and support process improvements.
• Conduct bank reconciliations and manage designated deposit accounts.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Supervision

Communication

Organisational Skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Elite Enterprise

Job description

We're proud to be partnering with a prominent UK law firm to find an experienced Legal Cashiering Supervisor. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team that embraces flexible working.

You'll be empowered to work in a way that suits you, from home with occasional travel to Bristol office.

About the Role

In this varied role, you'll oversee day-to-day cashiering activities and ensure full compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules. As a team leader, you'll also play a key part in supervising a high-performing team, guiding process improvements, and supporting month-end duties.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Financial Operations

• Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules in all transactions
• Process office and client account receipts accurately in 3E
• Manage inter-account transfers, disbursements, and cheque requests
• Complete and verify electronic payments via the firm's payment tools
• Conduct bank reconciliations and interest calculations on client ledgers

Supervision & Leadership

• Organise and oversee daily team duties
• Be the first point of contact for escalations from the cashiering team
• Deliver training to finance staff and support knowledge sharing
• Support and participate in monthly performance reviews and 1:1s
• Assist with ad-hoc tasks and compliance reporting for the Accounts Manager
• Contribute to system testing and process enhancements

Banking & Reconciliation

• Undertake daily banking functions, including reconciliation and processing of deposits
• Manage designated deposit accounts using HSBC systems
• Administer petty cash and ensure accurate reconciliations

General Support

• Respond to internal and external finance-related queries
• Assist with interest, disbursement write-offs, and VAT-compliant processing
• Maintain service excellence in accordance with the firm's SLA
• Perform general administrative tasks, including filing and archiving

What We're Looking For

• In-depth knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a finance or legal cashiering role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and finance systems (e.g., Elite Enterprise)
• Experience with document management systems and corporate online banking
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Why Apply?

• Work in flexible environment that supports work-life balance
• Join a reputable firm committed to excellence and collaboration
• Contribute to a vital function that supports legal and client services across the UK