Legal Cashier
Braintree, Essex Full-time, permanent
Looking for a legal cashier role where you can build on your experience and develop further?
A leading independent law firm in Braintree is seeking a Legal Cashier to join its friendly accounts team, with scope to develop and take on broader responsibilities over time.
You won t be expected to know everything on day one the duties will be introduced over time, with support as you settle in.
The role
- Processing incoming and outgoing payments, including CHAPS and interbank transfers.
- Maintaining accurate client and office ledgers in accordance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.
- Checking bills, disbursements, expenses and payment authorisations.
- Reconciling client and office bank accounts and investigating discrepancies.
- Processing Land Registry and search invoices.
- Supporting daily, monthly and year-end accounts procedures.
- Preparing and processing VAT returns as responsibilities develop.
- Maintaining financial records, client/matter information and petty cash.
- Providing occasional payroll cover when the HR Manager is away.
About you
You ll bring previous legal cashiering experience and a sound understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules, together with:
- Confidence handling payments, reconciliations and financial records.
- Strong numeracy, accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise.
- Confident IT skills, including Excel.
- An approachable manner and clear communication with colleagues.
- A willingness to learn, support the team and develop your responsibilities.
Payroll experience would be useful please include details of any payroll work you have undertaken.
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