Legal Cashier

at  Taylor Henderson

OVERVIEW

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Legal Cashier to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing financial transactions within a legal environment, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and maintaining accurate financial records. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and familiarity with various accounting software. Previous experience in a legal cashier position, along with a SOLAS qualification, is required.

Reporting To The Partner, Your Key Responsibilities will include

• Process all financial transactions accurately.
• Conducting daily and monthly bank reconciliations. ensuring all payments are accurately recorded
• Processing invoices and disbursements for legal services
• Prepare monthly and year-end financial reports as required, providing insights into cash flow and account status.
• Monitor client accounts for irregularities and reporting any discrepancies
• Liaise with clients and internal departments to resolve any discrepancies or queries related to financial transactions.
• Managing incoming and outgoing CHAPS & BACS payments through online banking
• Process petty cash payments and expenses
• Ensure compliance with the Law Society of Scotland accounts rules and other relevant regulations.
• Handling of general account queries
• Assist with other legal finance related tasks as required by the team
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting software or systems as needed

EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in a legal cashiering role or similar financial position is essential.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and general accounting principles.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating strong communication skills.
  If you are passionate about finance within the legal sector and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our team’s success.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: £25,700.00-£27,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)
• bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: THLC000

• Process all financial transactions accurately.
• Conducting daily and monthly bank reconciliations. ensuring all payments are accurately recorded
• Processing invoices and disbursements for legal services
• Prepare monthly and year-end financial reports as required, providing insights into cash flow and account status.
• Monitor client accounts for irregularities and reporting any discrepancies
• Liaise with clients and internal departments to resolve any discrepancies or queries related to financial transactions.
• Managing incoming and outgoing CHAPS & BACS payments through online banking
• Process petty cash payments and expenses
• Ensure compliance with the Law Society of Scotland accounts rules and other relevant regulations.
• Handling of general account queries
• Assist with other legal finance related tasks as required by the team
• Assist in the implementation of new accounting software or systems as neede