Legal Cashier

Position: Legal Cashier (Permanent)
The Role:

My Exeter-based client has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Cashier to join their Accounts team. This will be suitable for either an experienced Legal Cashier or a Junior candidate who is keen to learn and develop a career in legal finance. The successful candidate will be well organised, numerate and have a genuine interest in accounting and finance.

Duties:
Depending on experience, duties may include but would not be limited to:

Processing client and office account transactions in accordance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules
Posting and allocating receipts and payments
Bank reconciliations
Handling electronic payments
Supporting fee earners with financial queries
Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers All candidates would receive full training will be provided and responsibilities will develop over time as experience and confidence grow.

The Candidate:
We are looking for a reliable and detail-focused individual with a positive and proactive approach to work.

For Junior candidates, the essential requirements are:

GCSE in Maths (or equivalent)
A keen interest in accounting or finance
Good attention to detail and willingness to learn For experienced candidates:

Previous experience working as a Legal Cashier or within a legal finance team is desirable For all candidates:

Basic computer literacy and confidence using financial systems
Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
A professional and approachable manner
Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop within a supportive and established legal practice, with long-term career prospects for the right candidate. Candidates may have the opportunity to go on and complete the ILFM course via self-study