Job Description: Legal Cashier 

Reporting To:   Cashier Manager 

Behavioural Competency 2                                                     Technical Competency 2

Purpose: The primary focus of this role will be to support the day to day running of the cashiering function adhering to the firm’s policies and procedures whilst ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules. Work in a proactive, and supportive, manner with internal and external clients to deliver a high level of service

The candidate will be an integral member of the Finance team and cross cover will be required and expected on an ad hoc basis, covering both absences and busy periods

This role involves but is not limited to: 

·         Ensure receipts and payments are processed in an accurate and timely manner.

·         Dealing with un-cashed cheques and stopping any over 6 months old.

·         Process office to office account transfers 

·         Monitoring office balances, checking if monies need to be returned.

·         Complete office-to-client transfers on a timely basis and in accordance with Solicitors Accounts Rules

·         Monitor office account queries inbox and respond within 24 hours

·         Daily reconciliation of the office bank accounts and support, and cover, for the reconciliation of the client bank accounts 

·         Ensure office account cheques are accurate and issued within 24 hours

·         Assist with Residual Balances in line with SAR rules.

·         Reporting any breaches of SAR

·         Day to day support to the Cashier Manager 

·         Supporting the accounting team with month-end duties

·         Any other ad-hoc tasks.

Requirements:

·         Strong Microsoft Office skills, in particular Excel, preferably at intermediate/advanced level.

·         Experience of working within a similar role within a Solicitor’s accounts department.

·         Have a good understanding of the accounting system, the banking system and case management systems.

·         Full knowledge, experience and understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules is required.

·         Ability to communicate at all levels and across all departments.

·         Excellent organisational and planning skills. 

·         Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.

·         Can work independently and as part of a team.

·         High levels of attention to detail. 

·         Ability to maintain confidentiality and always remain professional.