Trainee Legal Cashier

Company Description

Bridge McFarland LLP is a leading regional law firm that holds an exceptional reputation in a diverse range of legal services. Our solicitors are recognised for their expertise across many legal disciplines and are committed to delivering a quality driven service designed to meet the needs of each and every client.

We believe in being a great place to work. We want people to enjoy, and be proud of, working at Bridge McFarland and as part of that ethos we help and support our people to achieve their work-related goals.

Position

The Finance department in Lincoln is responsible for the day-to-day financial activities of the Practice.

The Trainee Legal Cashier will be responsible for:

• Supporting the Accounts Manager and the Finance Department in the provision of accurate and timely processing of financial transactions for the practice by providing competent and effective cashiering duties

• Assisting in the compliance of Solicitor's Accounts Rules

Key duties will include:

• Assisting with daily banking tasks, including helping to check and reconcile bank statements.

• Supporting the processing of client and office transactions, such as entering data and helping with cheque preparation.

• Helping with the preparation and checking of client bills before they are posted.

• Assisting in inputting nominal payment requests under supervision.

• Learning how to help with payment runs (both electronic and cheque-based), including checking details and preparing documentation.

• Supporting the processing of internal bank transfers with guidance from senior team members.

• Assisting with the processing of travel and other expenses.

• Responding to basic queries from colleagues, and directing more complex enquiries to the appropriate person.

• Helping with client queries and assisting with card payment processing under supervision.

• Supporting the administration and reconciliation of petty cash with oversight
• Assisting with the preparation of financial reports and other tasks as needed.

Requirements

You should:

• Have a high level of confidentiality.
• Have competent organisational skills.
• Good communication skills
• Be educated to GCSE standard grade C or Grade 4 and above in Maths and English

Personal attributes:

• Pays attention to detail.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Be reliable and diligent
• Good interpersonal skills
• A positive approach to working under pressure in a busy environment.
• Able to follow instructions
• A 'can do' attitude.

Other information

This is a permanent entry level position based at our Lincoln Office.

What We offer:

• A welcoming place to work with a great team.
• Benefits package (see Bridge McFarland LLP for further details).
• Discounted legal services in some areas