Legal Cashier

Legal Cashier

Full-Time Glasgow or Edinburgh Competitive Salary

About the Employer

Our client is a highly respected UK law firm with a strong presence across Scotland England and beyond. Renowned for delivering expert legal advice to both national and international clients the firm combines deep sector knowledge with a collaborative approach to provide tailored solutions and exceptional client service.

The organisation is committed to innovation embracing new technologies and modern ways of working to enhance efficiency and deliver outstanding outcomes. Equally important is its commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where employees are empowered to develop their careers and achieve their full potential.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for a Legal Cashier to join a busy and well-established Cashroom team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced cashier to contribute to the smooth financial operation of a leading legal practice while working within a collaborative and supportive environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements maintaining accurate financial records and delivering an efficient service to clients partners and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Record day-to-day financial transactions for both client and office accounts.
• Identify and allocate incoming client receipts accurately.
• Process office and client payments in accordance with firm procedures.
• Raise process and bank cheques.
• Manage deposit account transactions including openings closures lodgements and withdrawals.
• Allocate payments against fees and client matters.
• Prepare and process balance reports.
• Reconcile client balances and deposit accounts.
• Investigate and resolve residual balances.
• Provide support across other Cashroom functions as required.
• Utilise online banking platforms and financial systems effectively.
• Ensure compliance with information security policies and maintain the confidentiality and integrity of financial data.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience working within a busy cashiering or finance environment.
• Experience within a legal cashroom or law firm environment would be advantageous.
• Good understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules Anti-Money Laundering requirements and VAT regulations.
• Strong knowledge of client and office ledger postings and supporting documentation requirements.
• Professional and service-focused approach when dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Flexible proactive and capable of working on own initiative.
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach.
• Positive professional attitude with excellent organisational skills.

Skills & Experience

• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working under pressure within a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships across the business.

Whats on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to join a leading and progressive legal organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide range of legal and financial matters.
• Flexible location with the option of being based in either Glasgow or Edinburgh.

Next Steps

To learn more about this opportunity please submit your application or contact our team on 0.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within 5 working days of submitting your application please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.

Equal Opportunities

Cross Resourcing is committed to promoting equality diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of gender race disability sexual orientation religion or belief age or any other protected characteristic.