Job Description
Job Title: Senior Legal Cashier
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
My client is a well-established and reputable law firm based in Glasgow, offering a broad range of legal services to individuals, businesses, and institutions. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Legal Cashier to join their finance team. This is a key role ensuring full compliance with Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules and maintaining high standards in financial processes. Key Responsibilities:
1. Oversee daily operations of the legal cashiering function, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
2. Ensure full compliance with the Law Society of Scotland Accounts Rules and internal policies.
3. Manage client and office account transactions including receipts, payments, bank reconciliations, and transfers.
4. Monitor client ledgers and maintain accurate financial records.
5. Liaise with fee earners and support staff on financial queries and billing processes.
6. Supervise junior cashiering staff, providing guidance, training, and oversight.
7. Prepare and submit VAT returns, bank reconciliations, and other financial reports as required.
8. Assist in preparing year-end accounts and liaising with external auditors.
9. Oversee and manage the firms bank accounts and relationsh...