We’re looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Legal Cashier to join the Finance team at Sort Group.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in legal finance. Working closely with the Group Management Accountant and wider Finance leadership team, you’ll support the delivery of accounting services across the Group while gaining hands-on experience in a busy, high-volume environment.
This is a trainee position with clear progression, offering the opportunity to work towards becoming a fully qualified Legal Cashier through AAT and/or ILFM qualifications.
Where you’ll be:
This role can be based in any of our offices in Derby, South Shields, or Gosforth, working as part of a collaborative and supportive Finance team within a growing group of legal, financial, and property businesses.
What you’ll be doing:
* Processing daily client and office account postings accurately and efficiently
* Maintaining and updating the purchase ledger, including logging and posting invoices
* Assisting with bank reconciliations and identifying incoming funds
* Keying payments on banking systems relating to client transactions
* Supporting conveyancers with financial queries relating to client matter ledgers
* Posting weekly sales invoices and introducer payments
* Processing disbursement invoices (e.g. Land Registry)
* Banking cheques and cash as required
* Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts
* Ensuring all financial postings comply with internal policies and regulatory requirements
* Supporting the wider Finance team with ad hoc duties as required
* Contributing to risk management by identifying and questioning unusual transactions
Requirements
What we’re looking for:
* Strong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail
* Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
* A basic understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and financial processes
* Awareness of AML regulations and legal accounting frameworks (beneficial but not essential)
* Strong organisational and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume transactional environment
* A curious and proactive mindset with a willingness to learn
* Flexibility and a positive approach to work
* Commitment to studying towards AAT and/or ILFM qualifications
Benefits
Salary:
£25,000
* Full support towards AAT and/or ILFM qualifications
* Excellent progression opportunities within the Finance team
About Sort Group:
Sort Group is a growing group of businesses operating across legal, financial, and property services. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, compliant services while investing in our people and their development. Our Finance team plays a crucial role in supporting the continued success and growth of the Group.
If you’re looking to start or develop your career in legal finance within a supportive and forward-thinking business, we’d love to hear from you.