Legal Cashier in Nottingham

About Richard Nelson LLP

Richard Nelson LLP is an Award-Winning National Firm of Solicitors and Consultants providing specialist legal services to professionals, businesses and individuals throughout England and Wales. Established in 2003 by Senior Partner Richard Nelson, a leading professional disciplinary Lawyer, we have grown to include some of the country’s most respected Lawyers and Consultants among our Team. We are passionate about achieving the best possible outcome for every client, combining robust legal representation with approachability and straightforward honest advice. Our core values of Integrity, Expertise, Passion, Approachability, Straightforwardness and Tenacity guide everything we do.

Location: Nottingham – Office Based

Department: Legal Accounts Team

Reports to: Cashiering Team Manager

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly organised Legal Cashier to join our busy Accounts Team at Richard Nelson LLP. This role is central to ensuring the smooth and compliant financial operation of the Firm, with a focus on accurately managing client and office accounting in line with the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules. Working closely with our Cashiering Team Manager, Office Manager and wider legal departments, you will be responsible for processing daily financial transactions, preparing bills, reconciling accounts, and supporting month‑end and year‑end processes. This is a hands‑on, detail‑focused position suited to someone who thrives in a fast‑paced legal environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and takes pride in maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. As part of a supportive and collaborative team, you will contribute to the effective financial management of the Firm while helping to ensure excellent service for both internal colleagues and clients.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

• Keeping up to date with and working in accordance with the Solicitors’ accounts rules.
• Data inputting into relevant accounts and computer systems.
• Raising and processing bills & credit notes.
• Posting business incomings and outgoings.
• Raising cheques for office and client account.
• Processing purchase ledger invoices.
• Bank account reconciliations.
• Assisting with month‑end and year‑end reporting.
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Assisting in the preparation of consultants’ schedules and their billing and payments.
• Assisting the various Teams with managing their fee notes & payment plans.
• To work as part of a team with the Firms: Partners, Solicitors, Legal Assistants and support staff as and when appropriate.
• To undertake relevant research that the firm may require.
• Comply with the solicitors’ rules of conduct where appropriate.
• To attend external and internal training courses as necessary.
• To adhere to the administrative procedures set out in the office manual and any other procedures which may be periodically introduced.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience in Accounts or a Legal Cashiering role.
• Understanding of the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules.
• Strong general accounting knowledge, ideally within a legal or professional services environment.
• Good level of IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and (preferably) legal accounts or case management systems.

Skills

• High attention to detail with excellent accuracy when processing financial data.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Confident handling a high volume of transactions and working to deadlines.
• Good problem‑solving ability and confidence working with numbers.
• Ability to follow processes and always maintain compliance.

Personal Qualities

• Professional, reliable and committed to maintaining confidentiality.
• Proactive and willing to take initiative.
• A strong team player with a collaborative approach.
• Adaptable, flexible and open to learning new systems and processes.
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic.
• Client‑focused and able to build good working relationships across the Firm.

What We Offer

• Death in Service (X3 Salary), Private Medical Insurance & Generous Holiday Allowance.
• The opportunity to work with a knowledgeable award winning Legal 500 Firm.
• Training and support from our experienced Team.
• Collaborate with Legal specialists with diverse backgrounds and strong legal knowledge.
• A collaborative working environment that values expertise and client service.
• Effective Case Management and Compliance Systems.
• The chance to make a real difference in ensuring the effective running of our Accounts department in our friendly and renowned Law Firm!

Equal Opportunities and Diversity

Richard Nelson LLP is an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing diversity in our Firm and our wider profession.