Legal Cashier

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Cashier to join a highly regarded law firm based in Taunton.

Working in a small team you will run day to day legal cashier duties and ensure tasks are completed and delivered to a high standard with accuracy.

You will be responsible for the following:

• Processing of client and office accounting transactions including postings and cheque production.
• Undertaking daily banking functions including bank reconciliations.
• Processing of bank transfers.
• Running month end procedures.
• Administration and reconciliation of petty cash.
• VAT administration and returns.
• Adhering to Solicitors Accounts Rules, Law Society Rules, Client Care and Money Laundering
• Assisting in collation of information for SRA Accounting and Company Audits
• Accounts Administration of Associated Companies

Person Specification

Essential:

• Experience of banking and relevant procedures
• Highly numerate and quick to learn
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively
• Excellent IT skills - Excel, Outlook etc
• Motivated, organised and flexible, with a great sense of humour
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work well independently and within a team

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Knowledge of financial software systems
• Knowledge of Xero
• Knowledge of VAT regulations