Legal Cashier

We are recruiting a Legal Cashier to join a well-established and respected law firms busy finance function in Edinburgh. This is a great opportunity to work within a professional services environment where compliance, accuracy and attention to detail are essential.

• Allocating and processing receipts for client and office accounts
• Setting up and reviewing a range of payment types (CHAPS, BACS, Faster Payments, International)
• Ensuring Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements are met before processing transactions
• Managing accounting entries in the financial management system, including payments, transfers, bill reversals, and third-party cheques
• Opening, closing, and monitoring client designated bank accounts
• Reviewing and authorising cheque requests in line with internal policies
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies from daily bank reconciliations
• Returning unallocated funds in accordance with agreed procedures
• Liaising with partners, fee earners, and other staff regarding transactions
• Handling cheque and cash banking
• Running monthly and ad-hoc client account interest calculations
• Maintaining accurate electronic records for audit purposes
• Assisting with the annual audit process
• Contributing to team meetings and helping maintain up-to-date process documentation

• Previous legal finance experience, or strong cashiering/accounts background in a regulated sector
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all financial work
• Good working knowledge of finance systems and online banking platforms
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Knowledge of the Law Society of Scotland and/or SRA Accounts Rules (advantageous but not essential)
• A collaborative, professional approach with strong communication skills

• Competitive salary package
• Supportive team culture within a professional working environment
• Opportunities for ongoing development and training

• Associate

• Full-time

• Legal and Finance

• Legal Services

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom