Legal Cashier

Bolton – £28,000

Legal Cashier – 2+ Years’ Experience
Location: Bolton / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, based on experience + Benefits
Are you an experienced Legal Cashier looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and well-established law firm? This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative Accounts Team, where your attention to detail and knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules will be key to supporting the firm’s daily operations. Hybrid working is available following an initial training and induction period.
  
The Role:
You will play a central role in the day-to-day financial running of the firm. Your responsibilities will include:

• Reconciling and monitoring Client and Office accounts, processing receipts and online payments (including Faster Payments, CHAPS, and SWIFT), and managing general banking duties.
• Handling financial aspects for deputy client accounts, including payroll for carers, pension contributions, tax, and National Insurance.
• Liaising with banks to resolve payment issues and managing external deposit accounts such as NS&I and the Court Funds Office.
• Reviewing completion statements, processing client bills, managing residual balances, and maintaining accurate ledger records.
• Processing supplier invoices, staff expenses, and overseeing usage of firm debit and credit cards.
• Maintaining accurate records using a case management system and ensuring full compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements.

  
What We’re Looking For:

• At least 2 years’ experience working as a Legal Cashier within a legal finance team.
• Sound understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Excellent numerical skills and high attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Confident using Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) and electronic file management systems.
• Experience using SOS Connect is beneficial but not essential.

  
If you're looking to join a friendly and flexible firm that values your expertise and supports your growth, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now, or for more information, send your CV to ashley@douglas-scott.co.uk or call 07537 156 394 for a confidential conversation.