Ashley Kate are thrilled to be supporting a well‑established, forward‑thinking legal practice is looking to appoint a Legal Cashier / Accounts Assistant to support its busy finance function. This is a permanent, full‑time position based in the firm's East Midlands office.
The Role
This position plays a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the firm's financial operations and maintaining strict compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules. The successful candidate will be someone who is accurate, organised and confident working in a fast‑paced legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
Processing payments including CHAPS, BACS and disbursements
Managing daily banking activity, bills, credit notes, write‑offs and transfers
Ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and VAT requirements
Completing daily reconciliations for client and office accounts
Maintaining client ledgers and accurate financial records
Processing purchase ledger invoices and staff expenses
Chasing aged debtors
Supporting month‑end and year‑end processesAbout You
Experience as a Legal Cashier within a law firm is highly desirable
Strong understanding of SRA Accounts Rules
Experience billing Criminal Legal Aid files is an advantage
Excellent attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
Confident communicator with strong organisational skills
Comfortable using finance systems; experience with Tikit is beneficial
Professional, approachable and able to manage multiple priorities
Interested to find out more? Please reach out!
About Us
We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.
We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies
Salary description
£30000.00 - £35000.00 per year