ABOUT THE ROLE
Lightfoots LLP are looking for an experienced Legal Cashier to join their busy and friendly accounts team at the head office in Thame, Oxfordshire. The role works together with other legal cashiers in the team to ensure the smooth and effective running of the department and closely works with fee earners and support roles within the Firm to process finance transactions.
About the team
The Accounts team consists of Legal Cashiers who work with and report to the Head Cashier and Finance Team Leader. The team work together to support each other in a fast paced, busy environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Ensuring compliance with the Solicitors' Accounts Rules
* Daily banking including using online banking facilities, transferring funds between accounts, making electronic payments and recording receipts
* Handling general enquiries and resolving queries (internal only)
* Reconciling bank, petty cash and general ledgers
* Processing of client Billing accounts receivable and issuing client and office cheques
* Paying interest on client account monies
* Assisting with paying suppliers via the online banking system
* General administration and housekeeping of files and ledgers
* Contacting bank with queries and cheque cancellations
* Reconciliation of control accounts as required
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
* Experience in general accounting procedures in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules in legal practice
* Credit control advantageous
* Accuracy & attention to detail is essential
* Methodical approach to work
* Excellent communication face to face and telephone
* Proficient IT skills - Word, Excel
* Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines
* Committed team-worker
* SOS Practice Manager knowledge advantageous but not essential
* Visualfiles CMS knowledge advantageous but not essential
Please note, this list is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be subject to change based on the needs of the Firm
What you get in return
* 23 days holiday + Bank holidays
* Health Cash Plan including dental and optical cover
* Enhanced pension after 2 years' service
* BUPA Private Medical Insurance after 2 years' service
* Discounted gym membership
* Paid Volunteer days
* Wellbeing programme & initiatives
* A calendar of social and networking activities
* Reduced legal fees
* Fantastic learning and development opportunities
As a Disability Confident employer, we promote diversity and provide equal opportunities for all individuals. We prioritise inclusivity and ensure we have a supportive and accessible workplace for those with disabilities.
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