£28,000 – £30,000 pa
* Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (35 hours per week)
* Hybrid working (home and office) (after completing probation period)
* 24 Days annual leave + Bank Holidays
* Plus a comprehensive flexible benefits package
The Burford Recruitment Company is delighted to be working on behalf of a well-established and growing legal services group to recruit a Legal Cashier to join their professional finance team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual to join a fast-paced environment, where accuracy, efficiency and compliance are key. The role will suit someone who enjoys working with high volumes, managing multiple priorities and collaborating across teams.
Responsibilities:
* Process receipts and payments accurately and in a timely manner
* Manage the movement of client and office funds in line with Solicitors’ Accounts Rules (SARs)
* Check completion statements and supporting documentation
* Assist with billing and ensure transactions are recorded correctly
* Process payments to clients, lenders and third parties
* Act as a key point of contact for internal teams, supporting finance-related queries
* Assist with resolving residual balances on client accounts
* Process purchase invoices and ensure payments are made within agreed term
* Support the Lead Legal Cashier and Finance Manager with month-end tasks
* Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance at all times
* You will work across different areas of the business as part of a structured team rota, gaining valuable exposure to multiple legal entities within the group.
Skills & Experience:
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a finance, accounts or transactional role (AR/AP)
* Strong understanding of processing payments, receipts and ledger accounting
* Previous legal finance experience would be advantageous
* A qualification in accounting or bookkeeping would be beneficial
* Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Confident communicator, both written and verbal
* Ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
* Proactive, flexible and eager to learn
* A positive, team-focused approach with a ‘can do’ attitude