Due to continued growth and success, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Client Account Cashier to join our Finance department in Fieldfisher's Manchester office on a 12-month fixed term basis.
Inclusiveness and Diversity
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A bit about the role
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the management of the firms' finance accounts in accordance with the SRA Accounts rules whilst also adhering to all the usual regulations, which apply to all forms of accounting - including HMRC's MTD for VAT legislation and Anti-Money Laundering Directives. As the client account cashier, you will also be responsible for:
- Checking, banking and posting all Client/currency and Deposit receipts
- Checking and processing all Client/currency/deposit payment requisitions
- Checking and processing all inter-ledgers transfers i.e. Client to Bill, Client to Disbursement, Client to Deposit, Client to Client. This can also include setting up of Money Market Deposits
- Investigating unidentified cheques received and trying to resolve promptly
- Assisting the client account team with opening & closing of bank accounts including joint and escrow/deposits
- Assisting with all internal requests and queries
- Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules are met and notify any breaches to the firm's COFA
- Other ad-hoc duties as required including assistance with Year-end audits with our external auditors
- Investigating/returning of funds and liaising with partners on residual balances on client account
- Producing cash statements and reports as required
- Daily bank reconciliation
- Lawyer checks
A bit about you
- Can primarily demonstrate a strong experience in client account cashiering and in particular has recent experience of a similar client cashiering role in a legal firm (Ideally)
- Can demonstrate a strong understanding of control environments and can identify control weaknesses. In particular, needs to be able to demonstrate a strong knowledge and application of current Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML procedures
- Can demonstrate strong IT systems knowledge and a good use of excel capabilities
- Can develop strong internal working relationships with the finance team, fee-earners and secretaries as well as strong external relationships with bank contacts
- Can demonstrate a good ability to pick-up and understand the requirements of the role quickly
- Must be able to communicate effectively and in a professional and personable manner - this is a key role in a key area for the firm and so must be professional and presentable at all times
- Needs to have strong numeracy, communication and interaction skills with a strong attention to detail
- Strong ability and work ethic to meet deadlines under pressure
What can we offer you?
Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans and much more.
Fieldfisher Manchester is based in one of the city's most vibrant destinations. We are based in the ultra-modern No.1 Spinningfields, a thriving hub for work, rest and recreation surrounded by restaurants and cafés. We are based on the 17th floor, so if you're inspired by fantastic skyline views and a bright, contemporary workspace then we will not disappoint. Offering excellent commuter links with easy access to railway, Metrolink and bus services, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, bike storage, shower facilities and much more.
We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas.
We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself!
Culture & personal development
We're a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don't believe in squashing people's individuality. We want you to use your unique talents and experiences to help the firm grow. You can only do that by being yourself. And working closely and collaboratively with people throughout the firm. That's why we foster a culture that encourages you to be yourself.
We'll give you bespoke support to develop your own career. Whether that's through allowing you to "access all areas" across the firm, funding you through training for professional development qualifications, or making sure you have a structured career plan, we'll make sure your talents are being nurtured.