Junior Legal Cashier

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.

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.

• 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

The successful candidate will be motivated, organised and eager to develop their skills within a legal finance environment.

• 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.

• 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

Closing date: 18th July 2026