Legal Cashier

  • Hastings
  • Permanent
  • £28,000 per annum

Vacancy: Legal Cashier
Position: Full time, permanent
Location: Hastings
 
My client is a regional law firm who have a high reputation for their ‘in depth knowledge’. They have been serving expertise to their clients for over 250 years. Due to constant growth, they are seeking a Legal Cashier to join them in the Hastings office.
 
What You’ll Do:

  • Sort and distribute daily incoming post and DX to the relevant team members.
  • Download and process bank statements for all accounts on a daily basis.
  • Reconcile Client and Business bank accounts as required.
  • Keep track of the banking forecast and apply funds as necessary.
  • Monitor and process electronic payments (CHAPS, BACs, FPC) throughout the day.
  • Allocate, post, and manage incoming electronic and manual receipts.
  • Set up and process CHAPS transactions and other electronic payments as requested by fee earners, ensuring compliance with internal policies.
  • Handle foreign payments when requested.
  • Prepare Client and Business credits for banking, and complete bank deposit books as necessary.
  • Process cheque requests and print cheques for signing.
  • Calculate and apply Client interest when requested.
  • Process credit/debit card payments and manage Client to Business transfers for costs and disbursements.
  • Keep Client ledgers accurate, ensuring no posting errors or overdrafts.
  • Print, check, and distribute file labels and run housekeeping system reports.
  • Assist the Finance Manager and Senior Cashier when required.
  • Ensure full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.
  • Respond to internal and external enquiries related to accounts.
  • Manage petty cash payments and perform reconciliations.
  • Perform general filing and administrative duties as needed.
  • Provide support with any other tasks to help keep the accounts department running smoothly.

What You’ll Need:

  • At least 2 years of experience as a Legal Cashier, preferably with client-side experience.
  • A good understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules.
  • GCSEs or an equivalent qualification.
  • Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
  • Excellent communication skills with a professional phone manner.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once.
  • A team player with a positive attitude.
  • Familiarity with Partner for Windows is a bonus.

 

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