Legal Cashier

Sewell Wallis is currently working with a well‑established and successful law firm looking to recruit a Legal Cashier to join its team in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong regional presence, offering a supportive working environment, long‑term stability, and opportunities for professional development.

This role would suit an individual with strong transactional finance experience gained within the legal sector. You will be confident managing a busy and varied workload, with the ability to work closely with both finance and operational teams. A solid understanding of the SRA Accounts Rules is essential, while an IFLM or AAT qualification (or progress towards one) would be highly advantageous.

• Supporting the day‑to‑day management of both client and office accounts.
• Processing financial transactions, including payments, receipts, and transfers.
• Performing bank reconciliations and investigating any discrepancies.
• Supporting the billing and invoicing process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• Liaising with internal teams to resolve financial queries and assist with cash collection activities.
• Processing electronic payments and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assisting with month‑end procedures and reporting requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, financial regulations, and internal controls.
• Providing general finance administration support and assisting with ad‑hoc duties as required.

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier, Accounts Assistant or in a similar finance role within a legal environment.
• Strong working knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules.
• IFLM or AAT qualification, or currently studying towards one.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage a high‑volume workload effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across the business.
• Proficiency in finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive, organised and team‑oriented approach.

• The opportunity to join a well‑established and growing law firm.
• A supportive, collaborative and professional working environment.
• A varied and rewarding finance role with exposure to multiple areas of legal accounting.
• Long‑term career stability and development opportunities.
• A 35 hour working week.

If you have experience within legal finance and are looking for your next opportunity in Chesterfield, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or contact Eleanor Kirk for further information.