Job Title: Legal Cashier / Head Legal Cashier
Location: Central London (Office-based)
Salary: Legal Cashier – up to £45,000 | Head Legal Cashier – up to £60,000
We are seeking experienced Legal Cashiers to join a dynamic and well-established legal firm in London. These roles require strong financial acumen, a thorough understanding of Solicitors’ Accounts Rules, and the ability to work efficiently within a legal finance team. The Head Legal Cashier will lead and manage a team of 4-5 cashiers while overseeing financial operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure compliance with Solicitors’ Accounts Rules.
* Perform bank reconciliations.
* Process client and office cheques.
* Manage billing, completions, and disbursements.
* Handle Land Registry invoices and stamp duty payments via BACS.
* Accurately post client account receipts and payments.
* Process BACS and CHAPS payments through online banking.
* Assist with month-end and year-end financial procedures.
* Support the conveyancing team with financial matters.
* Respond to internal and external accounts queries.
* Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers.
* Oversee legal cashiering operations (Head Legal Cashier role).
Requirements
* Previous experience in legal finance or cashiering.
* Knowledge of Solicitors’ Accounts Rules.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
* Leadership and team management experience (for Head Legal Cashier).