At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage financial transactions and support the Finance Department in a law firm.
- Company: Friendly and established law firm in Bury offering maternity cover.
- Benefits: Salary of £28,000-£30,000, flexible hours, workplace pension, and free parking.
- Other info: Opportunities for part-time or full-time work with ongoing support.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and gain valuable experience in legal finance.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Legal Cashier and knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules required.
We are looking for an experienced Legal Cashier to join a friendly and established law firm in Bury on a maternity cover basis until August 2027. This is a varied role where you will help keep the Finance Department running smoothly while ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules. As this is a maternity cover position, there may also be opportunities to support wider office administration and operational tasks where required.
What We Offer
- A welcoming, friendly and supportive working environment
- Open to part time or full time hours
- Salary of £28,000 - £30,000 DOE
- The opportunity to join an established and respected local law firm
- Office-based role in Bury
- Workplace pension
- Free on-site parking
- Holiday entitlement in line with company policy
- Ongoing support to help you settle into the role
Key Responsibilities
- Processing client and office account receipts and payments
- Carrying out daily bank reconciliations
- Processing CHAPS & BACS payments
- Managing client-to-office transfers
- Processing supplier invoices and office account payments
- Assisting with billing and office account invoices
- Assisting with debt recovery and credit control, including monitoring outstanding balances and following up overdue payments
- Maintaining accurate financial records using the firm's legal accounts system
- Supporting month-end finance processes
- Liaising with fee earners and colleagues regarding financial transactions and account queries
- Assisting with compliance and audit requirements
- Providing general administrative and operational support where required
- Supporting the day-to-day running of the office and assisting with office management tasks as appropriate during the period of maternity cover
- Undertaking other duties reasonably commensurate with the role to support the needs of the business
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience working as a Legal Cashier within a law firm
- A good working knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
- Experience using legal accounts or practice management software
- Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- A positive, flexible and team-focused approach
- An ILFM Diploma for Legal Cashiers (or an equivalent legal accounts qualification) would be an advantage but is not essential
If you’re an experienced Legal Cashier looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV.
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