Legal Cashier

• £28,000 – £30,000 pa
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours per week)
• Hybrid working (home and office) (after completing probation period)
• 24 Days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Plus a comprehensive flexible benefits package

The Burford Recruitment Company is delighted to be working on behalf of a well-established and growing legal services group to recruit a Legal Cashier to join their professional finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual to join a fast-paced environment, where accuracy, efficiency and compliance are key. The role will suit someone who enjoys working with high volumes, managing multiple priorities and collaborating across teams.

Responsibilities:

• Process receipts and payments accurately and in a timely manner
• Manage the movement of client and office funds in line with Solicitors’ Accounts Rules (SARs)
• Check completion statements and supporting documentation
• Assist with billing and ensure transactions are recorded correctly
• Process payments to clients, lenders and third parties
• Act as a key point of contact for internal teams, supporting finance-related queries
• Assist with resolving residual balances on client accounts
• Process purchase invoices and ensure payments are made within agreed term
• Support the Lead Legal Cashier and Finance Manager with month-end tasks
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance at all times
• You will work across different areas of the business as part of a structured team rota, gaining valuable exposure to multiple legal entities within the group.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a finance, accounts or transactional role (AR/AP)
• Strong understanding of processing payments, receipts and ledger accounting
• Previous legal finance experience would be advantageous
• A qualification in accounting or bookkeeping would be beneficial
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
• Proactive, flexible and eager to learn
• A positive, team-focused approach with a ‘can do’ attitude