Trainee Legal Cashier​/Finance Assistant

Role:
Trainee Legal Cashier/Finance Assistant

Place of work:
Glasgow, City Centre

Contract type:
Permanent

Working Hours:

35 hours, Monday Friday, 9am 5pm

Are you someone who thrives in a busy finance environment? Are you looking for a new challenge within a dynamic and progressive law firm?

Jones Whyte is proud to have been recognised as the Scottish Top Employer of the Year at The Herald and s1jobs Top Employer Awards 2025. This award reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive one that values career development, wellbeing, inclusivity, innovation, and community impact. As a firm, were dedicated to fostering an environment where every team member feels supported, empowered, and part of something meaningful.

As we expand, were looking for a talented individual to play a pivotal role in our Finance departments success. This is your chance to shine, contribute your expertise, and grow alongside a company thats invested in your development.

As a Trainee Legal Cashier at Jones Whyte, you will report to Head of Cashroom and work alongside Senior Legal Cashiers, Legal Cashiers and Credit Controllers.

You will assist with the efficient running of financial operations for all our legal departments whilst maintaining high levels of accuracy and compliance. The role involves liaising with solicitors and clients to ensure payments are made & received.

This role demands strong analytical, communication and organisational skills and is ideal for a candidate who is eager to expand and advance their knowledge, with full training provided and further opportunities for growth and development.

Upon completion of foundational training, you will have the opportunity to benefit from hybrid working.

• Accurate daily input of financial transactions into the accounts system
• Processing daily banking transactions and electronic bank payments
• Preparing and reviewing daily bank reconciliations
• Completing inter-account transfers
• Handling internal and external enquiries regarding financial transactions
• Reconciling Scottish Legal Aid Board (SLAB) and private fee payments
• Processing supplier invoices and handling payment processing
• Assisting with financial reporting and month-end procedures

• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• High level of accuracy in financial reporting and analysis
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel

• Competitive Salary
• 23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays. Includes closure over Christmas & New Year.
• Holiday Loyalty Scheme:
  Earn an additional 5 days holiday
• Buy and Sell holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Excellent Company Maternity and Paternity Benefits
• Company Staff Referral Scheme
• Hybrid Working (following completion of training)
• Wellbeing Support
• Annual Company Day Out
• Early finish on your birthday

Final date to receive applications: 11th January 2026