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Head Legal Cashier Littlehampton £31K
Looking for a role where you can truly take ownership of a law firm’s financial engine? This is your chance to step into a senior, business-critical position as Head Legal Cashier within a well-established and respected Sussex legal practice.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll oversee the full spectrum of legal finance operations. From compliance and reporting to team leadership and process improvement, you’ll be the go-to expert ensuring everything runs smoothly and in line with SRA regulations.
You’ll also work closely with senior leadership, giving you genuine visibility and influence across the business. Sound like you? Read on for further details on this exciting opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Taking ownership of all day-to-day financial operations across the firm
- Ensuring full compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, AML regulations, and statutory requirements
- Managing client and office accounts with accuracy and integrity
- Overseeing payment processes, including bank setup and approvals
- Scrutinising and managing high-value transactions
- Maintaining and improving financial controls and procedures
- Leading month-end close and supporting quarterly and annual reporting
- Preparing management accounts, WIP valuations, and financial reports
- Submitting VAT returns and managing Legal Aid/LAAS claims
- Reviewing aged debt and collaborating with fee earners to drive collections
- Supporting audits and acting as a key contact for SRA accountants
- Partnering with the Managing Partner (COFA) to ensure compliance and governance
- Managing payroll processes and liaising with external providers
- Leading and developing the Accounts team
Someone with…
- Membership of ILFM highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of SAR and legal finance compliance
- Proven experience in a senior legal cashiering role within a law firm
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Experience managing client and office accounts, including reconciliations
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Proficient in legal accounting systems and advanced Excel skills
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Experience leading, mentoring, and managing a team
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Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
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Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure
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Experience with audits, VAT, and AML compliance
- Confident communicator, able to liaise with senior stakeholders
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- 9am-5pm Monday to Friday
- 20 Days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and Christmas closure
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Varied and engaging responsibilities
f you’re ready to step beyond the day-to-day and take ownership of a firm’s financial direction, this is the perfect next move. You’ll be trusted, visible, and central to how the business operates and grows. Apply now or get in touch to find out more.
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