Legal Cashier

My client, a well-established and respected law firm in Coventry, Warwickshire, is seeking a Legal Cashier/Accounts Assistant to join its friendly and professional accounts team. This role is ideal for someone who is focused, self-motivated and ready to provide essential support to ensure the smooth operation of the department. As the successful candidate, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider team with day-to-day financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bank Reconciliations: Perform daily bank reconciliations, ensuring that all transactions are accurately recorded and up to date
• Daily Banking: Process client and office receipts and payments efficiently
• Client Bills: Assist with the preparation and processing of client bills, ensuring all entries are correct and compliant
• Inter-Account Transfers: Complete inter-account transfers, ensuring internal transactions are properly logged and reconciled
• Client and Office Transactions: Process client and office financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Petty Cash: Manage petty cash, ensuring proper control and reconciliation of funds
• Month-End Routines: Support the completion of month-end routines, including generating profit and loss reports and trial balances
• Payment Processing: Process CHAP/BACS payments and handle inter-account transfers through online banking systems
• Purchase Ledger: Maintain and control the purchase ledger, ensuring all invoices are processed accurately
• Matter Closures: Complete matter closing and archiving routines, ensuring that client files are properly finalised
• Data Entry & Filing: Ensure accurate data entry and proper filing of all financial records

Skills & Experience:

• Strong attention to detail with a high standard of accuracy, and the ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• A team player who can also work independently and manage their workload efficiently
• Flexible and willing to take on additional administrative duties when required
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with colleagues and clients
• A basic understanding of anti-money laundering and cybercrime awareness
• A solid understanding of accounting principles and financial practices
• Knowledge of the Solicitors’ Financial Rules is desirable
• Proficiency in using legal accounting software would be an advantage

Key Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong sense of ownership over tasks
• Well-organised, able to prioritise tasks and manage deadlines effectively
• A professional and approachable attitude, with the ability to work well within a supportive team environment
• Eager to contribute to the growth and success of the firm while maintaining a high standard of work

If you are a highly organised, detail-oriented individual with the right skills and experience, and you are looking to join a supportive and dynamic team, apply online or contact Toby Ryan at G2 Legal Recruitment today!

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