Junior Legal Cashier

Description:

We are committed to equality and diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are looking for someone who meets the specification below.

Essential

·      Experience as a Legal Cashier or as a legal accounts assistant

·      Experience in a legal aid law firm desirable but not essential

·      Proven ability to deal with confidential matters and with discretion

·      Ability to deal with people at different levels within the Practice

·      Ability to quickly assess and resolve problems

·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·      Computer literate - working knowledge of MS Office

·      Good time-management skills and ability to multitask

The Role

The successful applicant will become a valued and integral member of our firm. The role will include:

·      Banking as and when required

·      Posting all receipts

·      Processing payment requests from fee-earners and management staff for both client and office accounts

·      Issuing cheques

·      Posting payments

·      Management of petty cash

·      Taking cash and card payments

·      Generating and posting invoices

·      Posting bank sales receipts

·      Generating weekly supplier payment runs

·      Posting counsel/expert fee notes and ensuring payment when due

·      Managing expenses and overtime claims

·      Inventories of assets and stock taking

·      Credit control

·      Assisting the Finance Manager with payroll and management responsibilities as directed

·      To be of general assistance as required by the firm