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Clarke Willmott

13d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You must have legal cashier experience, knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules, strong communication skills, IT proficiency, and familiarity with Elite Enterprise and online banking systems.
  • You will process receipts, manage disbursements, handle bank functions, conduct reconciliations, address queries, and perform administrative tasks to ensure accurate financial operations.

Requirements

  • Are an experienced Legal Cashier (current or recent role).
  • Have good knowledge of Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules.
  • Have previous experience in a legal cashiering or similar role.
  • Have strong communication skills, both written and oral.
  • Have sound IT skills including Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer.
  • Have experience of Elite Enterprise or similar system, document management systems and Corporate online banking.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring that office account receipts are processed on 3E promptly and accurately within 48 hours of receipt, and that any non-office related receipts are transferred to client account or returned to sender under the unallocated receipts policy.
  • Ensuring that client account receipts are processed on 3E promptly and accurately with an appropriate narrative to help ensure client balances can be actioned without delay
  • Reporting and seeking authorisation of unpaid disbursements noted for payment, ensuring that disbursements are either paid as authorised or transferred to client account
  • Promptly processing inter-account transfers on 3E and HSBC.net
  • Reporting any breaches to Accounts Manager
  • Undertaking daily bank functions to include daily banking (subject to being in Bristol); reconciliation and recording of daily cheque logs; investigating and allocating electronic payments received.
  • Controlling designated deposit accounts and related transactions via the HSBC VAM system
  • Ensuring that electronic payments are processed on 3E and HSBC.net promptly and accurately in accordance with Clarke Willmott electronic payment policy ensuring the reason for payment is appropriate and relevant to the underlying matter.
  • Complete daily bank reconciliations for all accounts held by Clarke Willmott; investigating/reporting any identified errors
  • Processing and printing authorised cheque requests
  • Carrying out interest calculations on client matters ledgers ensuring that interest is posted to 3E and paid to clients in accordance to the Clarke Willmott interest policy.
  • Verifying and processing disbursements, including disbursement transfers, promptly and accurately via Chrome River and 3E as requested in accordance with UK VAT rules
  • Ensuring all processes are carried out in accordance with the firm’s Service Level Agreement (SLA).
  • The administration, timely processing and monthly reconciliation of petty cash issued to all offices where a cash float is held.
  • Dealing with matter ledger related queries from fee earners, partners and other staff members
  • Dealing with payment enquires from clients, suppliers and banks
  • Maintaining and reconciling the suspense account ledgers and related postings, ensuring prompt return of unclaimed monies.
  • Working as a cohesive team, adopting a flexible approach to the role, rotating duties as the business needs change to best serve the team and business.
  • General administrative duties including filing and archiving.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer flexible working options, including home or hybrid working.

What are the working hours for this position?

The role can be full-time or part-time, with options for working 3 or 4 days a week.

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Legal Cashier position?

You should be an experienced Legal Cashier with good knowledge of Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules and previous experience in a legal cashiering or similar role.

Where is this job located?

The position is firm-wide, excluding London, with the opportunity for remote or hybrid working.

What kind of team will I be joining?

You will be joining a friendly and experienced Accounts team of 8 members.

How should I apply for this vacancy?

To apply, send your CV and covering letter to careers@clarkewillmott.com.

What benefits does Clarke Willmott offer to employees?

Clarke Willmott provides a comprehensive range of flexible benefits, learning and development programs, and various well-being initiatives to support your career journey.

Who can I contact for more information about this position?

You can reach out to Carly McGill or Nathan Tanner, the Recruitment Advisors, at the contact numbers provided in the job description for more information.

What skills are necessary for this role?

Strong communication skills, IT proficiency (including Microsoft Office), and experience with Elite Enterprise or similar systems are necessary for this role.

Is the position permanent?

Yes, this position is a permanent role.

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Clarke Willmott

A leading law firm with seven offices across the country. We offer expert legal advice on a broad range of services.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1888
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Clarke Willmott LLP is a national law firm with over 600 lawyers and support staff (including over 100 partners) working from offices in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton and Taunton. The firm was established in the South West in 1888 and we are proud of our strong heritage. We are client-led; a strategic resolve which has resulted in our earning a strong reputation in sectors such as real estate and construction, retail, sport, social housing, agriculture, renewable energy and private client as well as specialist areas such as debt recovery. Working closely with our clients to provide tailored solutions for their particular situation is paramount at Clarke Willmott. We invest time and energy into developing strong client relationships in order to add real value and achieve positive results.