Legal Cashier

Job Opportunity: Legal Cashier

Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Position Type: Full-Time (Office-Based) 37.5 hours per week

My client, a top law firm in Newcastle, are expanding their Finance team and are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Legal Cashier to support their department’s financial and accounting functions. Reporting directly to the Accounts Manager, you will play a critical role in maintaining compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SRA) while ensuring the efficient handling of financial transactions and records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ledger Management: Maintain daily client and office ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SRA rules.
• Transaction Processing: Process cash allocations, online electronic payments (BACS, Faster Payments, CHAPS, and cheques), and debit these transactions to the finance system.
• Client Balances: Monitor and manage client balances, including handling client queries and taking card payments securely.
• Compliance: Ensure all financial activities comply with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and internal policies.

What We’re Looking For:

• Knowledge and Compliance: Strong understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SRA) and the ability to apply them effectively.
• Organisational Skills: Ability to manage, prioritise, and balance a busy workload while meeting deadlines.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with legal accounting systems and confidence in processing online payments.

What My Client Offers:

• A collaborative team environment within a respected legal practice.
• The opportunity to work in a fast-paced and rewarding role at a top law firm within the city.
• Competitive salary of £27,300 per annum.

This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic firm who offer back great benefits. If you are interested in this Legal Cashier role, please send a copy of your CV to myself Jack, at j.wood@clayton-legal.co.uk or alternatively you can call on 01133 979 929

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