LE67
£27,000 – £32,000
Full-time – Office Based
SF Partners are seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join the finance team of a well established law firm based in Colaville.
This role focuses on client account management, encompassing payment processing, maintaining accurate client ledgers, and completing daily bank reconciliations. You will collaborate closely with the Head of Finance, fee earners, and support teams to ensure client funds are managed accurately and in compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules.
Key Responsibilities
Process client account receipts, payments and transfers
Allocate incoming funds to the correct client matters
Prepare and process CHAPS, Faster Payments and BACS transactions
Verify payment requests and supporting documentation
Manage client-to-client, client-to-office and office-to-client transfers
Post transactions accurately onto the legal accounting system
Complete daily client bank reconciliations
Investigate discrepancies and unreconciled transactions
Review client ledgers to identify debit, dormant or residual balances
Support client account housekeeping and ledger review exercises
Maintain accurate records and audit trails
Escalate any potential breaches or irregularities to the Head of Finance or COFA
Assist with information requests for audits and accountant’s reports
About You
Essential skills and experience:
Previous experience as a Legal Cashier or within a legal finance team
Practical experience processing client account transactions
Proven ability to complete bank reconciliations accurately
Good understanding of the SRA Accounts Rules
Experience using legal accounting or practise management software
Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Confidence to query payments or request further information when necessary
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Desirable: Experience with conveyancing or probate transactions, conducting residual balance reviews, or holding an AAT qualification would be advantageous but is not essential.
If you are an experienced Legal Cashier seeking a rewarding new opportunity, we encourage you to apply today
Salary description
£27000.00 - £32000.00 per year