Legal Cashier

We are working with a long-established law firm in Altrincham who are looking to add a Legal Cashier to their finance team.

You will be responsible for day-to-day client and office account processing, ensuring transactions are accurate, timely and compliant with SRA Accounts Rules.

This role requires experience working across both client and office accounts.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing both client and office account transactions
• Processing accounts payable and invoices
• Carrying out regular bank reconciliations
• Handling receipts, payments and petty cash
• Maintaining accurate financial records
• Supporting cash flow monitoring
• Ensuring compliance with internal controls and SRA Accounts Rules
• Liaising with auditors and external accountants when required

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier or in a legal accounts role
• Confident working with both client and office accounts (essential)
• Strong understanding of reconciliations and accounts payable
• Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules (desirable)
• Experience with legal accounting software such as ALB (advantage)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workload
• Confident communicator

Benefits

• Private medical insurance, Gym membership, Health and wellbeing support, Free fitness classes
• Employee discounts, Sick pay, Additional leave, Referral scheme

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable transactions accurately and efficiently
• Reconcile client and office accounts on a regular basis
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Prepare and issue invoices, receipts and payments in line with firm procedures
• Assist with bank reconciliations and cash flow monitoring
• Handle petty cash and expense claims
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls
• Liaise with external auditors and accountants when required
• Support general finance and accounts administration tasks