Job description
Join Our Finance Team as a Legal Cashier
About Us:
We are currently seeking a dedicated Legal Cashier to join our accomplished finance team. If you are a team player with a strong work ethic, keen attention to detail, and a knack for handling large volumes of data, this role may be the perfect fit for you. We place a high value on effective communication, and our work is guided by our core values: Passion, Integrity, Innovation, and Excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Daily Bank Reconciliations: Manage daily bank reconciliations for both Client and Office accounts.
- Receipt Allocation: Identify and allocate all office and client receipts accurately.
- Accounts Payable: Process supplier invoices and expenses onto Sage, and conduct monthly supplier reconciliations.
- Staff Expenses: Handle the processing of staff expenses.
- Counsel Fees and Disbursements: Review, post, and reconcile counsel fees and other anticipated disbursements.
- Billing: Handle the billing of disbursements and fees.
- Medical Reconciliation: Perform weekly and monthly medical reconciliation and follow-up.
- Monthly Reporting: Generate monthly nominal reports for the Legal Director.
- Client Queries: Address general case-related queries and issues.
- SRA Audit: Assist with the SRA audit conducted by external auditors.
- Ad Hoc Duties: Tackle ad hoc duties as required, which may include monitoring the inbox, daily banking, supporting file handlers, and contributing to the annual audit process.
Candidate Profile:
- Finance Experience: Previous experience working in a finance department.
- Legal Practice Knowledge: Experience in a similar role within a legal practice is ideal.
- Regulatory Understanding: Knowledge of SARs and VAT compliance is advantageous.
- Time Management: Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize workloads.
- Multi-Tasking: Capability to multi-task and handle interruptions effectively.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Team Player: Ability to work well within a team environment.
- Detail-Oriented: Excellent attention to detail.
- Proactive: Proactive and capable of using initiative.
- Adaptability: Ability to work in a busy environment.
- Sage Software: Experience with Sage Software is a plus.
- Confidentiality: Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
- Relationship Building: Ability to build relationships and collaborate with individuals at all levels of seniority.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in Excel and knowledge of Microsoft packages.
Join us as a Legal Cashier and become a valued member of our finance team. If you are ready to contribute your financial expertise to a dynamic organization, apply now!