Legal Cashier (Maternity Cover - 12 to 18 Months)
Contract: Fixed-term (12-18 months)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, between 8:00am and 5:30pm
Location: Bracknell - Hybrid (2-month training period onsite)
Are you an experienced Legal Cashier looking for your next opportunity within a fast-paced, supportive finance team? We're recruiting for a confident and detail-oriented individual to join a well-established legal and finance function, providing crucial support to a business that works closely with the automotive industry.
About the Role
As a Legal Cashier, you'll take ownership of daily financial operations, from processing transactions to supporting audits - all while ensuring compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR). You'll work with both legal and finance teams, providing essential support to keep financial operations running smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Transactions & Reconciliations
* Perform daily bank reconciliations for client and office accounts
* Accurately record and allocate receipts
* Process supplier invoices and staff expenses in Sage
* Conduct monthly supplier reconciliations
* Manage disbursement and fee billing
* Reconcile counsel fees and medical accounts
Reporting & Compliance
* Produce monthly nominal ledger reports
* Assist with SRA audits and liaise with external auditors
* Ensure compliance with SAR and internal controls
* Handle sensitive financial data with discretion
* Provide ad hoc reporting and data analysis
Operational & Administrative Support
* Manage the Finance inbox and respond to queries
* Handle daily banking tasks
* Support legal teams with case-related financial queries
* Assist the Group Finance Manager with projects
What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in a Finance Department
* High attention to detail and numerical accuracy
* Strong organisational and time-management skills
* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
* Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
* Professional and discreet with confidential information
Desirable
* Experience in legal finance or cashiering
* Familiarity with SAR and Sage software
* Experience supporting SRA audits
Qualifications
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in Math and English
* AAT qualification (desirable)
Apply now to join a collaborative and trusted finance team within a business that supports the automotive sector, where your contribution will make a genuine impact during a key period.
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