Legal Cashier and Office Administrator FTC 12 months

Legal Cashier and Office Administrator FTC 12 months

Up to £35,000

Manchester M2

To independently manage the day-to-day financial operations of the firm on a fixed-term basis (approximately 9-12 months). This role will also provide administrative support to the team.

Requirements:

• Confidence to carry out the role effectively.
• Initiative to propose effective solutions to problems.
• Comfortable working independently with limited supervision and as part of a small team.
• Professional, business-like approach to work and appearance.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage own workload, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, at an intermediate level.

Responsibilities

Legal Cashier:

• Monitor the main Client and Office bank accounts, allocate receipts, and facilitate payments and transfers.
• Oversee the online approval process.
• Manage credit control and cashflow.
• Handle accounts payable and ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Process client ledger disbursement invoices and arrange payments.
• Raise bills and post to the relevant client ledger.
• Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve financial discrepancies or issues.
• Address supplier and client ledger queries.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Approve and process staff expense claims.
• Prepare VAT returns.
• Ensure strict adherence to financial regulations and compliance standards.

Administrative Duties:

• Answer incoming calls, take messages, and redirect calls as required.
• Handle email inquiries.
• Open files and conduct AML (Anti-Money Laundering) checks.
• Perform scanning and binding tasks.
• Upload documents to case matters.
• Close and archive matters.
• Manage programme administration.
• Approve holidays.
• Provide ad-hoc cover for receptionist and administrative roles.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Jemma Sutton for a confidential discussion.

LR Legal is a specialist legal recruitment agency with a reputation based on trust and integrity. We will always ask your permission before sending your CV to any of our clients.

The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

LR Legal Recruitment is operating as an Employment Agency in respect of this vacancy.

*We require a lawyer who has gained the necessary experience for the position advertised. The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.