Legal Cashier
Job Description
Legal Cashier
We’re working with a highly reputable Legal 500 law firm with a long-standing history, who are looking to recruit an experienced Legal Cashier to join their finance team in Brighton. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established firm known for its supportive culture and strong presence in the market.
Role – Office Accounts (Purchase Ledger Focus)
- Full responsibility for purchase ledger, including postings and agreed payments
- Processing office payments and handling account reconciliations
- Posting direct debits, standing orders, and bank charges
- Managing daily office transfers (e.g. Land Registry, Infotrack, court fees)
- Processing referral fees, penalty fees, and interest payments
- Handling card payments and Barclaycard postings/admin
- Managing Companies House and panel invoices
- Posting commission entries on client ledgers
- Supporting breach reporting and audit queries
- Providing cover across the wider accounts team when required
Client Accounts Support
- Assisting with client payments and e chits during busy periods
- Processing charity transfers and interest payments
- Maintaining the cheque register
- Monitoring suspense accounts and returning unclaimed funds
About You
- Experience in purchase ledger/accounts payable is essential
- Previous legal cashier experience is advantageous, but not essential
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high volumes of transactions
- Confident working both independently and as part of a team
- Good understanding of financial processes and compliance
The Offer
- Salary up to £40,000 (with flexibility for the right candidate)
- Hybrid working available after 3-month probation
- Opportunity to join a well respected Legal 500 firm
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
