Legal Cashier Job at Edinburgh, Midlothian Full Time NEW

Our client, a well-established professional services firm, is seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join their Finance team in Edinburgh.
The cashiering team is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records across multiple entities, including both general and client ledger transactions. This role will involve delivering high-quality, compliant legal cashiering support in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Allocate and process all bank receipts across client and office accounts
• Set up and review electronic payments (CHAPS, BACS, Faster Payments and international transfers), ensuring compliance with Anti-Money Laundering requirements
• Process financial transactions within the firm’s financial management system, including payments, receipts, transfers, and billing activity
• Manage client-designated bank accounts, including account openings, closures, and daily transactional activity
• Review and process cheque requests in line with internal policies and service level expectations
• Investigate and resolve outstanding items identified through daily bank reconciliations, including unallocated funds and stale cheques
• Liaise with senior stakeholders and internal teams regarding client and office account transactions
• Prepare and submit regular cheque and cash banking
• Calculate and process client account interest (monthly and ad hoc as required)
• Maintain accurate electronic records to support regulatory and audit requirements
• Provide support during the annual audit process
• Contribute to team meetings and continuous improvement of cashiering processes and documentation
• Assist with additional ad hoc finance duties as required

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in a legal cashiering or similar finance role
• Strong understanding of client account rules and compliance requirements
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Experience working with financial systems and electronic banking platforms
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively in a deadline-driven environment

Please send your CV to Rosie Hutcheon, or call via the ‘Apply Now’ option to be considered for the role.