Accounts Assistant/Legal Cashier – Darlington

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Accounts Assistant/Legal Cashier – Darlington

Published
06/05/2026
Location
Mowden, United Kingdom
Job Type
Type Of Lawyer
  • Legal Cashier
Work Hours
Full-time
Reference No:
BH-53116
Area of Law
  • Private Client
Contact Email
jill.mccartney@qedlegal.com
Contact
Jill McCartney
Contact Phone
07769 676594
Region
North East

Description

Accounts Assistant / Legal Cashier

Location: Office-Based
Salary: Dependent on Experience
Full Training Provided

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant / Legal Cashier to join a busy and supportive finance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career within legal finance and accounts. Previous legal finance experience is not essential, as full training will be provided for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing incoming and outgoing client and office account transactions
• Carrying out daily bank reconciliations
• Processing bills and write-offs
• Checking and processing banking
• Issuing outgoing cheques
• Processing BACS and CHAPS payments
• Taking card payments in line with GDPR requirements
• Assisting with credit control procedures
• Handling and reconciling petty cash
• Managing internal and external finance queries professionally
• Following all internal procedures
• Supporting the wider finance team as required

About You

• Strong numerical and IT skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Ability to work to strict deadlines and manage fluctuating workloads
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Clear and professional communication skills
• Friendly, reliable and approachable manner
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a small team
• Willingness to learn, develop and adapt to business needs

What We Offer

• Flexible and friendly working environment
• Pension scheme*
• Private healthcare*
• Death in service benefit*
• Firmwide bonus scheme*
• Electric Car Scheme**
• Career development and learning opportunities
• Competitive annual leave, including an additional day for your birthday
• Office closure over the Christmas period
• Staff rewards and social events

If you are looking for a new opportunity within a supportive and professional environment, we would be pleased to hear from you.

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