Legal Cashier Reports To: Head of Finance
An enhanced DBS check will be required in accordance with industry and regulatory standards.
A brand new role has arisen within a leading law firm for a Legal Cashier / Legal Accounts Assistant. This is a full time permanent role in Newport.
To ensure full compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules, while helping safeguard the business and its clients from money laundering, fraud, and financial mismanagement.
Handling internal and external finance queries
Legal Aid processing and reconciliation
Client-to-office and office-to-client transfers
Daily and monthly cash reconciliations
Completing monthly bank reconciliations
Processing Stamp Duty Land Tax payments
Handling staff expense claims
Month-end financial preparation
Ensuring compliance with SARs, VAT, and anti-money laundering regulations
Other finance-related administrative duties as required
Proven accounting background
Proficient in Microsoft Excel
Willingness to undertake mandatory or role-specific training
Adaptability in using financial and legal software systems
Knowledge, Training & Qualifications
Solid understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
~ High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
~ Experienced user of Excel functions and tools
~5 GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English at Grade C or above
~ Familiarity with ledgers, disbursements, and account procedures
Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a legal accounting or finance environment
Comfortable using legal practice management systems or financial platforms
Confident when dealing with clients over the phone or in person
Experienced in using computerised accounting or MIS systems
Experience dealing with a broad client base, including corporate entities and high-net-worth individuals