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Legal Cashier
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 28,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Edinburgh
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Legal Cashier
Edinburgh
£28,000-£32,000
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.
As part of the finance team, you’ll be responsible for a broad range of legal cashiering tasks, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately and in line with regulatory requirements. This varied role will see you working closely with colleagues across the business and dealing with both client and office account transactions.
Responsibilities:
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
About You:
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
The Benefits
Competitive salary package
Supportive team culture within a professional working environment
Opportunities for ongoing development and trainingBefore You Apply
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