Legal Cashier

Are you an experienced Legal Cashier looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in a busy environment where accuracy, organisation and teamwork are valued?

Pyramid8 is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and expanding law firm in Castleford. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a friendly, supportive accounts team where you'll play a key role in keeping the firm's financial operations running smoothly while helping to support its continued growth.

If you're proactive, highly organised and confident working within the SRA Accounts Rules, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As Legal Cashier, you'll be responsible for a broad range of accounting duties, including:

• Processing client and office payments via BACS, Faster Payments, CHAPS and cheque.
• Posting bills, reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Banking cash and cheques promptly and accurately.
• Completing month-end and year-end financial procedures.
• Managing and maintaining the firm's online banking systems.
• Processing internal and external bank transfers.
• Liaising with accountants and software providers (Access Proclaim).
• Handling purchase ledger, ledger write-offs, archiving and general accounts administration.
• Ensuring full compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules and supporting SAR compliance alongside the Finance Manager.
• Delivering excellent internal client service while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Supporting the wider business and contributing to the continued success of the firm.

What We're Looking For

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Legal Cashier within a legal practice.
• A strong understanding of SRA Accounts Rules.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A positive, proactive approach with the ability to use your own initiative.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative attitude and a willingness to support colleagues.
• A professional, confidential and client-focused approach.
• Flexibility to work occasional additional hours when business needs require.