Experienced Legal Cashier

Why Work With Us?

At Oliver & Co, we’ve built a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. We’re proud to be one of the few law firms in the UK that are 100% employee-owned—meaning everyone, regardless of role or hours, shares in our success.

We’re passionate about creating a supportive, inclusive, and ambitious environment. If you’re someone who thrives in a collaborative setting and wants to grow professionally, you’ll fit right in.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who brings:

• A bright and enthusiastic personality
• A strong track record in legal cashiering or financial administration
• A commercial mindset and attention to detail
• A willingness to learn and grow
• A desire to be a valued part of a driven and dynamic team

Key Responsibilities

As our Legal Cashier, you’ll be responsible for:

• Managing the firm’s financial transactions in line with the Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Performing bank reconciliations, client ledger postings, and TT/BACS payments
• Processing bills, credit notes, and handling staff expenses and petty cash
• Producing month-end reports and supporting general financial administration
• Using our case management system (Leap) to maintain accurate records
• Using Xero to record all business transactions
• Resolving routine problems and queries
• Prepare and submit VAT returns

Skills & Experience

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Previous Legal Cashier experience
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and credit control
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, and Teams
• Integrity and discretion when handling confidential information

What We Offer

• A welcoming and inclusive team culture
• Opportunities for professional development
• A chance to be part of a unique employee-owned business
• A central Chester location with great public transport links.

What we do for you

 Our biggest asset is our team, and we pride ourselves on looking after you.

• Salary: £25,000 – £30,000 (dependent on experience).
• Profit Share – We are 100% employee-owned! This means that all our team receive an equal share of our profit, enabling us to reap the rewards of our success.
• Career development and progression plans for all team members, including study leave and funding for qualifications.
• The opportunity to bring in ideas and influence the success of the company by being an employee-owner.
• Generous Annual Leave – 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and the ability to carry forward unused holidays.
• Extra holiday at Christmas – 3 days extra holiday, to be taken over the Christmas period when our office closes.
• Employee Assistance Programme – Health plan where you can claim back the cost of treatment for you and your children, including dental, opticians, flu jab, specialist consultations and diagnostics as well as complementary and alternative therapies, with access to Virtual GP and prescription service for peace of mind.
• Access to free advice, support, and confidential counselling available 24/7.
• Company Pension Scheme with Nest Pensions.
• Generous discounts on legal fees across all our departments. Birthday presents, and other employee benefits.
• Company social events each quarter, company funded Christmas party, plus much more.