The Faculty of Advocates is one of Scotland’s most ancient and prestigious organisations with a vibrant professional body of practising Advocates. The Subscribers Fee Administration Department deals with the administration of Member's fee income and pay-outs as well as the daily upkeep of the agent, contact and case information on the Lex case management system. The following vacancy has arisen:
Post: Cash Administrator
Reference: 26.17
Salary: Grade 4b £28,262 - £34,354 per annum
All new appointments will be made at the start of the salary scale
Hours 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday: 9.00am – 5.00pm
Operating under a hybrid working policy
30 days holiday (rising to 35 days)
9 Public Holidays Private Health Care:
Current Provider – Vitality
- Employer Pension Contribution of 9% Flexi Time Policy
- Cycle to Work & Tech Scheme Critical Illness & Life Cover
- Employee Assistance Programme Health Shield – Cash Plan
A Cash Administrator is responsible for the accurate, timely and compliant processing of all cash transactions relating to members’ fees and company services. The role ensures that receipts, payments, advances, adjustments and repayments are correctly recorded, reconciled and reported across banking platforms, bespoke LEX case management and SAGE accounting systems. The post holder supports the integrity of the members’ accounts the delivery of weekly and month-end payouts and the provision of reliable financial information to members, management and external stakeholders
Key responsibilities include maintaining records using bespoke fee accounting & LEX case Management system; process cash transactions from Solicitors, SLAB and Direct bodies to the Advocate accounts and nominal ledger. To access Company online banking to retrieve daily bank statements, carry out daily bank reconciliation, process and record Advance payments to Advocates via online banking and ensure all records are kept up to date for audit purposes.
The successful candidate must have Higher Grade English & Maths however proven work experience in a similar environment may be considered in the lieu of formal qualifications. The successful candidate will have a high level of computer literacy and numeracy skills with effective communication skills and a high attention to detail.
Pay: £28,262.00-£34,354.00 per year
Work Location: In person
