Job Description
Junior Legal Cashier
Bridgwater, Somerset
£23,000 - £24,000 Full-Time Office-Based
Our client, is a well-established and highly respected law firm with offices across Dorset, Somerset and Devon. Known for their friendly, approachable culture and commitment to delivering exceptional client service, they are now seeking a Junior Legal Cashier to join their Finance team based in Bridgwater.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to develop their career within legal finance. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the firm's financial operations while gaining valuable experience within a successful and growing legal practice.
The Role
As a Junior Legal Cashier, you will assist in the provision of financial services across the practice, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function.
- Key responsibilities will include:Processing financial transactions and postings on the accounts system
- Performing daily and monthly bank reconciliations
- Assisting with the entry and processing of client bills
- Maintaining and updating the purchase ledger
- Executing bank transfers and authorising payments
- Handling client payments by debit card, credit card, cash and cheque
- Supporting the firm's credit control processes
- Maintaining the breach register and assisting with regulatory compliance
- Assisting with month-end procedures and management accounts preparation
- Providing support to fee earners and other departments as required
- Managing your workload effectively with minimal supervision
- Undertaking additional duties as required by the Finance Manager
About You
The successful candidate will be motivated, organised and eager to develop their skills within a legal finance environment.
- You will ideally possess:Excellent attention to detail
- Strong numerical and analytical skills
- Good IT and computer literacy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive and self-motivated approach
- The ability to work effectively under pressure
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- A professional and confident manner
Previous experience within a finance, accounts or legal environment would be advantageous, although candidates with transferable skills and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
- What's on Offer?Salary of £23,000 - £24,000
- Full-time, permanent position
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Company events
- Employee referral programme
- Opportunity to develop a long-term career within a respected regional law firm
If you're looking to take the next step in your finance career with a reputable legal practice that values its people and provides excellent development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.
Closing date is 18th July 2026
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