As part of the firm’s continued growth, we are looking to welcome a motivated individual into this new position. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the firm, gaining valuable experience in legal finance processes, and working closely with a supportive and experienced team where full training will be provided.

SKILLS REQUIRED

Working with people: You will need to demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team and maintain professional relationships.
Communication skills: You will need to be able to express yourself both in person and in writing.
Eye for detail: As you will be working with money, you will need to demonstrate a high level of accuracy.
Problem solving: You will need to have sound judgement and demonstrate a logical decision-making process when dealing with problems.
Organisation: You should be an organised individual with the ability to manage your own workload and keep deadlines
IT skills: Most of your tasks will be carried out electronically, so you will need a good level of computer literacy, especially with spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel.

JOB PURPOSE

An entry level position into Legal Cashiering supporting the Accounts Team, Accounts Manager and Financial Controller in the provision of accurate and timely processing of financial transactions for the firm by providing competent and effective cashiering duties, in accordance with the firm’s procedures and the Solicitor’s Accounts Rules.

MAIN DUTIES:

Processing payment runs by BACS and cheque.
The processing of bank transfers.
The processing of client and office accounting transactions.
The processing of client bills.
Input and payment of nominal invoices.
Inputting and processing of disbursements.
Processing of travel and other expenses.
Dealing with enquiries from fee earners, other staff members and external suppliers.
Closing of Files.
Ad hoc duties
Filing and archiving of paperwork.
Undertake appropriate training and development in relation to the role.
Undertaking duties of a reasonable nature which may be requested from time to time.