We're super proud to have recently been named one of the ''Best Places to Work in Professional Services and Consultancy'' in 2025 as well as listed in the ‘’Top 100 Places To Work For People Development’’ and ''Best Places To Work For Women'' in 2025. Job purpose We're looking for a process-driven, detail-oriented Finance Executive to own the day-to-day financial operations of a scaling law firm. You'll be the engine that keeps the finance function running: managing accounts receivable, executing payment runs, maintaining financial records, and ensuring the Head of finance has clean, accurate data to work with. It's a highly valuable and strategic execution role. You'll own processes end-to-end - from chasing overdue invoices to drafting the monthly billing run, overseeing the maintaining of the bookkeeping ledger to prep data for VAT returns. The Head of Finance will retain strategic oversight, sign-off authority, and all sensitive financial decisions, but the day-to-day of the business sits with you. If you're organised, enjoy bringing order to complexity, and want to build genuine expertise and energy in scaling finance operations, this role will give you significant ownership and a clear development pathway. What we're looking for? Essential: 2–4 years' experience in a finance, bookkeeping or accounts role. Demonstrated experience managing invoicing, AP/AR processes and reconciliations. Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Comfortable with modern accounting systems (Xero preferred). Experience supporting month-end close processes. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines without fail. Proactive approach to resolving discrepancies. Clear written and verbal communication - you'll be the day-to-day finance contact for internal teams and external clients. High integrity and discretion with financial data. Willingness to own a process fully once it's been handed over. AI curious and proficient. Preferred experience in: Experience within a law firm or professional services environment (client billing, WIP tracking, disbursements). Experience integrating finance systems with operational tools (e.g., practice management software syncing with accounting platforms). Scale-up business experience. Studying towards or holding a finance or accounting qualification (AAT, part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, or equivalent) - not required, but creates a clear development pathway. Key accountabilities Accounts Receivable - Full Process Ownership Maintain AR process. Own client comms on outstanding balances, payment timelines and standard collection processes. Accounts Payable Execute the AP runs and escalate when necessary Bookkeeping & Financial Records Overseeing that the maintaining of bookkeeping is accurate and timely. Process team expenses Invoicing Be the executive of the invoicing runs, draft, validate, send, chase. Dashboard & Reporting Support Work with team lead to ensure accuracy across all internal reporting. VAT & Compliance Support Work with accountants to maintain bookkeeping for VAT return. Support the compliance team. Scheduling & Admin Schedule all recurring finance meetings using the scheduler. Maintain the finance calendar and ensure key deadlines are flagged in advance. Who are we? We are absolutely not your traditional law firm; we're a fusion of the traditional private practice and in-house legal roles, combining top-top law firm expertise with a business-savvy in-house look. Our clients view us as 'their lawyer' and trust us to form part of their teams. Each lawyer sits as in-house legal counsel for a range of clients, offering you a superb and diverse experience working with businesses at the cutting edge of different industries. Our client base spans the full breadth of the UK, European, Middle Eastern, and US tech scene, from Fintechs to Edtechs, AI to Fashion, FMCG to EV, and VCs, accelerators, and incubators. We part of the Founders Forum Group and are plugged into the tech ecosystem by our very nature. What you want to know We're working to continue to build an environment of talented individuals with lots of energy to thrive. We have a beautiful, shiny office with a terrace overlooking Temple Park, Big Ben*, & The Shard. In the office, the team currently offers a free haircut once a month, weekly yoga sessions, free bike servicing once a quarter, and various other events. However, we’re hybrid, so you can work from the office, home or Narnia; it's your choice. We just need you to be on the UK tax system. We’ll set you up on a MacBook Pro or Surface Business 5 with a home office allowance, so you have everything you need. Not only do we have a team of ever-growing entrepreneurial lawyers, but we have some pretty good perks too; Competitive salary (We know everyone says this, but we do want the best candidates, so apply, let us know your rate and let's chat) Discretionary quarterly profit share bonus annual bonus opportunities “Surprise and delight” gifts for going the extra mile 25 days annual leave, don't worry, bank holidays are on top Day off on your birthday and other significant life events 5 days leave for education a year dedicated annual education budget just for you Private healthcare with Vitality Private Dental care hearing and discounts with Vision Express £350 home setup allowance Worldwide travel insurance, including Winter Sports Annual emergency childcare allowance Half-price gym membership at Virgin Active, PureGym and Nuffield Health Electric car leasing salary sacrifice scheme saving up to 40% on electric cars Cycle to work scheme saving up to 32% on a bike and splitting your payments over 12 months Access to a tech and home scheme with discounts and 12-month interest-free payment options through partners including Currys PC World, IKEA and John Lewis There are socials every four weeks if you want to join us, from bars and restaurants to experiences at the F1 Arcade, Gamebox, Fairgame, and many more. lots more. *In Autumn/Winter when the leaves fall off the trees