Job Title: Legal Cashier
Location: Nottingham (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive.
Hours: Full-time.
About Us:
Rothera Bray is a respected and long-established law firm providing expert legal services across the East Midlands. With a focus on professionalism, integrity, and client care, we're proud of our collaborative and supportive working environment.
We are currently looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Cashier to join our busy Accounts Department. This role offers flexibility, a hybrid working pattern, and the opportunity to work within a close-knit team that plays a vital role in the daily operation of the firm.
The Role:
This is a varied and hands-on role in which you'll be responsible for a range of financial and accounts-related duties. You'll ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR) and provide support across all aspects of client and office transactions.
Key Responsibilities:
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Accurately process financial transactions in accordance with SAR
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Conduct daily and monthly bank reconciliations
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Handle and allocate incoming payments, process outgoing payments (BACS, CHAPS, Faster Payments)
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Maintain and update client and office accounts
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Respond to cashiering queries in a timely and professional manner
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Maintain the purchase ledger and ensure accurate financial postings
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Support month-end and year-end procedures
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Assist with billing and internal transfers
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Take card payments over the phone and record appropriately
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Support other areas of the accounts team during absences (holiday, sickness, etc.)
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Maintain high standards of client care and internal service
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Occasional travel to our other offices across the East Midlands to provide on-site support and maintain team connectivity
About You:
We are looking for someone who is:
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Experienced in a legal cashiering or financial/accounts role
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Knowledgeable in Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)
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Highly organised and attentive to detail
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A clear and confident communicator (both written and verbal)
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Comfortable using legal accounting and case management systems (experience with Action Step or similar is desirable)
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Proactive, adaptable, and able to meet deadlines under pressure
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Friendly, team-oriented, and committed to delivering excellent service
Qualifications & Skills Required:
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ILFM qualification or candidates currently studying toward ILFM awards would be advantageous.
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Minimum GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths
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Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and Excel
- Previous experience in a legal, financial, or professional services environment is an advantage
What We Offer:
In return, we offer a supportive and inclusive working culture, along with:
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Flexible and hybrid working options
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Bonus scheme
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Generous holiday allowance, including Christmas closure
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Pension scheme
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Life assurance and private healthcare
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Electric car scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, public transport support
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Employee Assistance Programme
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Active social committee and firm-wide events
If you are an experienced Legal Cashier looking to be part of a highly respected law firm where your contribution is truly valued, we would love to hear from you.
