Legal Cashier

We are seeking a Legal Cashier to join our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all financial transactions comply with the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR) and internal policies. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Processing daily client and office account transactions in compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Managing incoming and outgoing payments, including BACS, CHAPS, and cheque transactions.
• Reconciling client and office bank accounts.
• Monitoring and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Assisting with month-end and year-end financial procedures.
• Liaising with fee earners and clients to resolve financial queries.
• Supporting the Finance Manager as required.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years prior accounts experience including sales and purchase ledgers, preferably within a law firm but not essential.
• Good knowledge of the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules would be advantageous.
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient in using accounting software together with practical knowledge and use of IT systems including MS Word and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills together with an organised and methodical approach to working.
• A reliable and self-motivated individual who can work as part of a professional, friendly team.

Duration: Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Location: Hartlepool

Working hours: Full time

Company information

We are a regional firm of solicitors established in 1986 offering a wide range of services to private and business clients.  We have offices in Hartlepool, Peterlee, Durham and Wingate, undertaking private and publicly funded work.  We have been awarded the Conveyancing Quality Scheme Accreditation since 2011 and the Lexcel Legal Practice Quality Mark annually since 2018. 

Application Information:

Email CV and cover letter to hoakley@tmjlegal.co.uk or by post to Helen Oakley, TMJ Legal Services, Foster House, 99 Raby Road, Hartlepool, TS24 8DT.