LEGAL CASHIER

Legal Cashier – Brighton

Full Time & Hybrid Working

I am working with a respected and growing law firm in Brighton that is seeking a full‑time Legal Cashier to join its busy Finance team. This role offers hybrid working (3 days in the office and 2 days from home after a 3‑month probation period) and a competitive salary of up to £50k dependant on experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Legal Cashier looking to take on a varied, responsible position within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

Office Account Duties

• Manage all Purchase Ledger activity, including postings and agreed payments
• Process office payments, direct debits and standing orders
• Post bank charges and manage daily office transfers for Land Registry and Infotrack
• Handle referral fees, penalty fees and interest payments
• Process card payments and manage credit card postings and administration
• Handle invoices including Companies House and panel invoices
• Manage commission postings on client ledgers
• Assist with breach reporting and support external auditors with queries
• Provide cover and support to the wider Finance team during periods of sickness or annual leave

Client Account Duties

• Support e‑chit processing and manage client payments during busy periods and team lunch cover
• Process charity transfers and interest payments
• Maintain the cheque register
• Monitor the suspense account, ensuring prompt return of unclaimed client funds

About You

You will have:

• Strong experience in a Legal Cashier or law‑firm finance role
• Solid knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A proactive attitude with the ability to handle a busy and varied workload

Benefits

• Salary to £50-55k dependant on experience 
• Full‑time role with hybrid working after probation
• Supportive working environment within a well‑structured Finance team
• Opportunities for professional development

Please apply asap for more information!