Are you an experienced Legal Cashier looking to step into a senior leadership role within a respected high street practice, offering 25 days holiday plus a birthday day off, a healthcare cashback scheme, and the opportunity to lead a small accounts team? This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on cashiering professional to combine day-to-day legal cashiering with broader financial management and strategic input.
Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.
About the Firm:
A respected high street solicitors' practice based in Bexleyheath.
A busy, fast-paced legal environment with a small, close-knit accounts team.
A supportive working environment with genuine scope for professional growth.
Committed to high standards of accuracy, compliance and client service. Head Legal Cashier — Position Overview:
This is a full-time role commencing January 2027. The Head Legal Cashier will lead the firm's small accounts team, combining hands-on legal cashiering responsibilities with broader financial management duties, balancing operational oversight with strategic financial input.
Key Responsibilities of the Head Legal Cashier:
Overseeing the daily operation of the accounts team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of all financial transactions in compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules.
Maintaining client and office bank accounts, reconciling balances daily and resolving discrepancies promptly.
Processing client payments, receipts, transfers and disbursements through the firm's case management system, and assisting fee earners with bills and credit notes.
Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns to HMRC, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Coordinating and managing the annual audit, liaising with external accountants and addressing findings.
Assisting the Finance Director with monthly management accounts, financial reports and analysis for senior management.
Overseeing credit control procedures and assisting with debt recovery processes.
Line-managing and supporting the accounts team, allocating work, providing mentoring and fostering professional development.
Acting as the primary point of contact for financial queries and liaising with the firm's bankers, auditors and other external stakeholders. xgikmsk Requirements of the Head Legal Cashier:
Proven experience as a Legal Cashier, ideally at a senior or supervisory level within a solicitors' practice.
Demonstrable knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules and legal accounting proc...
Head Legal Cashier in Bexleyheath employer: Law Staff Ltd
Join a prestigious London law firm that not only offers a competitive salary but also prioritises employee wellbeing with benefits like Private Medical Insurance, a discretionary bonus, and a comprehensive pension scheme. The firm's collaborative culture fosters professional growth, providing excellent career development opportunities while you contribute to strategic marketing and business development initiatives in a high-performing team. With 25 days' holiday and additional perks such as Gymflex and a Cycle to Work Scheme, this is an exceptional opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
