Legal Cashier / Accounts Assistant (Part-Time Job Share)
About The Jonathan Lea Network
The Jonathan Lea Network is a modern and forward-thinking business-focused law firm. We have grown rapidly and work with a wide range of technology start-ups, businesses, and entrepreneurs across multiple sectors. Our areas of expertise include corporate law, litigation, commercial property, residential conveyancing, and private client services such as wills and probate.
Based in Haywards Heath, the firm comprises approximately 25 employed lawyers and administrative staff, supported by a network of around 10 experienced self-employed consultant solicitors.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced part-time Legal Cashier / Accounts Assistant to join our accounts team in a job share role alongside our existing Legal Accounts Assistant.
This position requires solid legal cashiering and accounts experience, together with a strong understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
- 16 hours per week over 2 days
- Working pattern must include either a Monday or a Friday
- Office-based role (100% in-office)
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will assist with a broad range of accounting and finance duties, ensuring ongoing compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and internal procedures.
Accounting & Finance
- Daily reconciliation of client, office, and credit card accounts using the Cashroom
- Sales and purchase ledger management
- Invoicing and billing, including preparation and checking of completion statements
- Processing client and office payments, CHAPS transfers, supplier payments, and transfers between accounts
- Checking and processing consultant invoices, including commission calculations and international payments
- Credit control and management of outstanding debts
- Administration of the disbursement ledger, including allocations and cost transfers using the Cashroom
Compliance & Reporting
- Month-end procedures and management reporting
- Assisting with year-end audit preparation and PII renewals
- Maintaining accurate records in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and VAT regulations
- Keeping up to date with SRA rules and regulatory changes
- Managing file closing procedures and reviewing residual client balances
Administration & Team Support
- Using Clio and the Cashroom portal on a daily basis
- Liaising with and supporting employed staff and consultant solicitors
- Handling client queries professionally and efficiently
- Assisting with supervision and training of junior team members
What We’re Looking For
Applicants should have:
- Previous legal cashiering or legal accounts experience
- A strong understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work independently and use initiative, while also contributing positively within a team
- Confidence in managing a busy workload and dealing professionally with clients and colleagues
- Strong IT skills and a proactive approach to learning and development
Salary & Benefits
- Full-Time Equivalent salary of approximately £32,000 (pro rata for part-time hours), depending on experience
- 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- Company pension scheme (Nest, with alternative provider options available)
- Allocated parking space
- Summer and Christmas social events
- Monthly team drinks
- Regular team-building and away days
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