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Lightfoots Solicitors has been at the heart of the community in Thame for 170 years. With six offices across Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, Lightfoots is proud of its unrivalled reputation of excellence for all of our services.

We are looking for an experienced Legal Cashier to join their busy and friendly finance team in Thame, Oxfordshire. This role works together with the rest of the team to ensure the smooth and effective running of the department and closely works with fee earners and support roles within the Firm to process financial transactions. We are seeking someone resilient and quick thinking with a can do approach and ability to multi-task in a high pressure role.

The Finance team consists of Legal Cashiers and Legal Finance Assistants who work with and report to the Head Cashier and Finance Team Manager with the Chief Financial Officer heading up the Finance Department. The team work together to support each other in a fast paced, busy environment.

• Ensuring compliance with the Solicitors' Accounts Rules
• Processing all client and office account transactions including using online banking facilities, transferring funds between accounts, making electronic payments and recording receipts
• Carrying out daily bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate ledgers
• Processing all accounts receivable (client)
• Paying interest on client account monies
• Handling general enquiries and resolving queries (internal only)
• Housekeeping of files and ledgers and assisting the Head Cashier and Finance Team Leader in ensuring residual balances are dealt with promptly and within SAR timeframes
• Adhoc administration
• Contacting bank with queries
• Reconciliation of control accounts as required

• 2+ years experience working in a legal finance environment in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules essential
• ILFM Diploma (strongly preferred) or support to undertake it given
• Proficiency in legal accounting software (previous use of SOS Practice Manager advantageous but not essential)
• Visualfiles CMS knowledge advantageous but not essential
• Accuracy & attention to detail with a methodical approach to work
• Excellent communication - face to face, telephone and written
• Proficient IT skills using Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Committed team-worker

Please note, this list is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be subject to change based on the needs of the Firm

Our staff are our greatest asset, and we work hard to provide a culture where you can thrive and enjoy a fantastic career. Our benefits package has been built around what our people value the most;

• Competitive industry salary - with annual salary reviews
• Enhanced pension contributions - with qualifying service
• Discounted legal fees - discounted conveyancing & wills for you and your family
• Personal financial advice - helping you achieve your financial goals
• Discounts - from a wide range of retailers
• Employee Referral Scheme - up to £1000 bonus

• Enhanced holiday allowance - which increases with service
• Private Health Insurance - with Bupa (with qualifying service)
• Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents, such as optical & dental
• 24/7 Virtual GP Access - help & support available for when you need it
• Company Sick Pay - with the option to use this for caring for a dependant
• Free flu jabs- onsite annual flu vaccinations
• Discounted Gym Memberships - as well as discounts for other health related retailers
• Free fruit in all offices - fresh fruit delivered to the office each week
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access to counselling and support
• Mental health first aiders - we have nine qualified Mental Health First Aiders across the firm providing confidential support
• Wellbeing events - held throughout the year, from stress resilience workshops to wellbeing breakfasts and lunchtime walks
• Paid volunteer days - to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Events - firm organised events throughout the year including quarterly socials, breakfast briefings, book club , Christmas party & lots more.
• Committees - we have active Social ,Charity, Wellbeing and ESG committees.

• Enhanced family leave - enhanced pay for Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental leave
• Flexible working - our Flexible working policy helps with your work life balance
• Flexible sickness entitlement - the option to use your own sickness entitlement if a dependent is unwell and needs care
• Healthcare Cash Plan - money back for everyday health expenses, for you and your dependents

• Learning & Development - access to hundreds of webinars and training courses
• Paid exam leave - with sponsored training opportunities
• Long Service Awards - we celebrate & reward our long standing colleagues
• Lightfoots Core Values Award - Rewarding colleagues who have demonstrated our core values

If you think this role is perfect for you (or nearly perfect, we would still like to hear from you) please apply or if you would simply like to find out more you can contact our recruitment team on .

As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities. If you require any adjustments to be able to attend an interview please do let us know.

Recruitment decisions are made on fair and objective criteria.