Job Description
Company Overview: Join a prestigious legal firm in Nottingham with a rich history spanning over 200 years. My client is Nottingham’s leading independent law firm, renowned for providing solution-based, incisive legal advice in plain English. Their vibrant culture and top-quality legal services make an exceptional place to work.
Position: Legal Cashier
Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom Working Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm
Role Overview: We are seeking a talented and proactive Legal Cashier to join our clients dynamic team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the smooth financial operations of our firm. From inputting financial entries to conducting month and year-end duties, you will have a hands-on role in supporting our colleagues and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Inputting all financial entries into the accounts database and maintaining ledgers
* Performing month and year-end duties, including report building and distribution
* Handling VAT returns, quarterly partial exemption calculations, and other payments to HMRC
* Reconciling bank statement entries and third-party supplier accounts
* Processing electronic and cheque payments
* Occasional attendance on clients, directors, and third parties
* Conducting e-filing tasks
Requirements
* 2 or more years of experience in a similar legal finance role, or equivalent experience
* High attention to detail and accuracy
* Excellent time management skills
* Strong organizational abilities and the ability to prioritize tasks
* Effective communication skills and the ability to plan daily workloads
* Self-motivated with a desire to achieve professional and personal development goals
* Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and VAT principles
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Foxit PDF Editor (desirable)
* Knowledge of back-office reporting and SQL (advantageous but not essential)
Benefits
* Competitive remuneration package
* Regular social events
* Fundraising opportunities for their Charity of the Year
* Perkbox perks
* Free eye tests
* Generous pension contributions
* Training opportunities
Requirements
• At least 2 years of experience in accounting • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulations • Excellent communication and customer service skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Attention to detail and strong analytical skills If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in accounting, we encourage you to apply for this position.