Senior Legal Cashier

CERTAIN ADVANTAGE; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Legal Cashier to join their finance team. This role involves overseeing cashiering operations, ensuring compliance with Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules, and supervising junior staff. The ideal candidate will have proven legal cashiering experience and a proactive approach to financial management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of legal cashiering within a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the legal cashiering function.
• Ensure compliance with the Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules.
• Manage client and office account transactions.

Skills

Legal Cashiering

Knowledge of Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules

Supervising/mentoring

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Legal accounting software

Job description

Job Title: Senior Legal Cashier
Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
My client is a well-established and reputable law firm based in Glasgow, offering a broad range of legal services to individuals, businesses, and institutions. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Cashier to join our finance team. This is a key role ensuring full compliance with Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules and maintaining high standards in financial processes. Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the legal cashiering function, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure full compliance with the Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules and internal policies.
• Manage client and office account transactions including receipts, payments, bank reconciliations, and transfers.
• Monitor client ledgers and maintain accurate financial records.
• Liaise with fee earners and support staff on financial queries and billing processes.
• Supervise junior cashiering staff, providing guidance, training, and oversight.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, bank reconciliations, and other financial reports as required.
• Assist in preparing year-end accounts and liaising with external auditors.
• Oversee and manage the firm’s bank accounts and relationships with financial institutions.
• Contribute to financial risk management and internal audit processes.
• Implement improvements in cashiering processes and systems.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience of legal cashiering, ideally within a law firm environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring junior team members.
• Proficient in using legal accounting software
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Please send your CV to Rosie Hutcheon, or call 0141 468 6396 via the ‘Apply Now’ option to be considered for the role.