Legal Cashier / Accounts Assistant

Legal Cashier / Accounts Assistant (Full-time or Part-time)

Location: Stony Stratford

Salary: £23K - £30K

Hours: Full-time or Part-time considered

We are seeking an experienced Legal Cashier / Accounts assistant to work alongside Accounts Practice Manager with the day-to-day running of the accounts department and to cover their role in their absence. This is a key role within the firm, ensuring that all financial operations are managed efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and Law Society / QS Practice Management Standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the firm’s accounts department and manage the accounts team.
• Maintain Client and Office accounts, ensuring full compliance with SRA Accounts Rules.
• Manage the purchase ledger, including bank reconciliations, payments, billing, and queries.
• Produce month-end accounts and prepare detailed monthly management reports.
• Prepare the year-end accounts, liaising with external accountants and auditors.
• Produce the audit file and liaise with auditors regarding partnership accounts and the SRA Accountants Report.
• Administer monthly payroll and pension arrangements.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Provide timely and accurate financial transaction information to the conveyancing team.
• Manage renewals of Professional Indemnity Insurance and Practising Certificates.

About You

• A minimum of 7 years in a similar role and proven experience as a Legal Cashier or Bookkeeper within a law firm.
• Excellent knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules and legal accounting practices.
• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and professionalism.
• Confident using legal accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Able to work independently and as part of a dedicated, professional team.
• Highly organised, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours (full-time or part-time).
• A supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for continued development and progression.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

If you are an experienced and trustworthy professional who takes pride in maintaining the highest standards of financial management, we would love to hear from you.

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Please note due to the volume of applications we receive you will only be contacted if we are progressing your application.