Legal Cashier in Glasgow

RECRUITMENTiQ is working in partnership with a Scottish software pioneer, transforming how law firms manage their practice through our innovative Caseload platform and expert outsourced cashroom services. Backed by a global leader in legal technology, we\’re scaling fast and delivering vital support to more legal firms than ever before.

To meet rising demand, we\’re growing our Outsourced Cashroom Services Team and are looking for a detail-oriented and client-focused Legal Cashier. If youre experienced in legal finance, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to help modernise back-office services for the legal profession this could be your next move.

The Role

As a Legal Cashier, youll deliver critical outsourced finance services to a variety of Scottish law firms. From processing daily transactions to submitting VAT returns and ensuring full compliance with the Law Society of Scotlands Accounting Rules, youll keep our clients financial operations running smoothly and compliantly.

Youll work as part of a supportive and collaborative team, helping onboard new clients and acting as a trusted finance partner to multiple firms. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on precision, enjoys working across multiple accounts, and is passionate about service excellence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Law Society of Scotland Accounting Rules
• Process daily receipts and payments across client and office accounts
• Allocate fee payments and manage legal aid transactions
• Perform daily bank reconciliations
• Prepare and submit VAT returns to HMRC
• Manage payroll, firm invoice payments, and surplus transfers
• Create fee notes and monitor SLAB payments/abatements
• Complete bi-annual Accounts Certificates
• Handle BACS and CHAPS transactions
• Communicate with clients to confirm funds and resolve queries
• Support client onboarding and year-end processing

Required Skills and Experience

• SOLAS qualification (Society of Law Accountants in Scotland)
• Proven experience as a Legal Cashier in the Scottish legal sector
• Strong knowledge of Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules
• Excellent numeracy and attention to detail
• High level of IT literacy, including Excel and cloud-based tools
• Professional communication skills and client service orientation
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple accounts

Desirable Skills

• Experience using legal software
• Background in an outsourced cashroom or multi-client finance environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £30,000£35,000, based on experience
• Hybrid working with flexibility and occasional client site visits
• Private medical insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Full onboarding and mentoring
• All IT equipment provided
• A supportive, team-oriented work culture
• The opportunity to be part of Scotlands most exciting legal tech growth story
• Support for maintaining your SOLAS qualification

If youre ready to help modernise finance in the legal sector and want to grow with a company on the rise – wed love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to be considered.