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Legal Cashier & Accounts Officer, £26-28K, Ripon Location: Ripon town centreSalary: £26-28KJob Type: Permanent, fully office based Are you an experienced Legal Cashier or Accounts Officer looking for a new opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity of a well-established legal practice? A reputable law firm is seeking a skilled individual to manage both legal cashiering and office accounting functions, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR) and supporting the preparation of management accounts and year-end financials. Key Responsibilities Maintain and reconcile client and office bank accounts.Accurately post financial transactions including receipts, payments, and transfers.Monitor client account activity and ensure funds are available before processing payments.Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bank reconciliations.Resolve residual balances and liaise with fee earners on ledger queries. Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, and credit card transactions.Manage payroll and statutory submissions including VAT and PAYE.Maintain fixed asset register and depreciation schedules.Oversee petty cash and ensure accurate record-keeping. Prepare monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).Analyse financial performance and support budgeting and forecasting.Collaborate with external accountants for year-end accounts preparation.Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Skills & Experience Proven experience in a similar role within a law firm advantageous.Strong understanding of accounting principles.Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.Ability to work i