Legal Cashier

Leicester | Ongoing Temporary Assignment

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Legal Cashier to join a well-established legal practice based in Leicester on an ongoing temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with previous legal finance experience who is confident working within a busy legal accounts environment and has a strong understanding of relevant accounts regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client and office account ledgers
• Processing banking transactions and raising cheques
• Generating invoices and managing billing activities
• Opening, maintaining, and closing ledger accounts while ensuring accurate data entry
• Reconciling client, deposit bank, and building society accounts
• Ensuring compliance with CLC Accounts Rules, audit requirements, and other relevant regulations
• Liaising with Property Lawyers regarding ledger balances and account queries
• Managing credit control processes and monitoring aged debt
• Processing supplier invoices and direct debit payments
• Assisting with the preparation of management information, budgets, financial reports, and forecasts
• Supporting the wider finance function with additional duties as required

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Legal Cashier within a law firm
• Strong knowledge of legal accounting procedures and compliance requirements
• Experience of client and office account reconciliations
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with legal professionals
• Proficient IT skills and experience using legal accounts software
• Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines

What's on Offer

• Ongoing temporary assignment
• Opportunity to work within a reputable legal practice
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Competitive hourly rate