Job Description
Our Client is seeking a commercially minded, hands-on, sleeves rolled up Finance Director to lead financial operations and drive the next phase of growth for a medium sized UK law firm. This role will oversee a finance team, lead strategic financial planning, working closely with the managing partner and play a key role in shaping the firm's commercial direction.
Client Details
Our Client is an established National Legal Aid UK law firm with a London office.
Description
* Partner with the senior leadership team to design and deliver financial strategies supporting sustainable growth and profitability.
* Identify opportunities to improve margins, optimise cost structures, and enhance financial performance.
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
* Develop scalable processes and systems to support expansion.
* Provide commercial insight and data-driven recommendations to influence strategic decision-making.
* Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, including Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR) and be the COFA.
* Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
* Manage general ledger activity, journal entries, and financial transactions.
* Lead credit control and maintain effective cash flow management.
* Supervise accounts payable, including supplier reconciliations and payments.
* Maintain and enhance Excel-based reporting tools, while leading the shift toward more automated systems.
* Support integration between finance and HR systems.
* Lead and mentor a finance team based in London, with collaboration across multiple locations.
* Provide guidance, performance management, and professional development opportunities.
* Foster a culture of teamwork and operational excellence.
Profile
A successful Finance Director should have:
* A professional qualification in accounting or finance, such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is ideal
* Qualified by experience in the Legal industry will be excepted
* Demonstrated experience in financial leadership within the professional services industry.
* Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulatory compliance.
* Proven ability to manage budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions.
* Excellent analytical skills with a focus on strategic financial planning.
* Experience in managing teams and fostering collaboration across departments.
Job Offer
* Competitive salary ranging from £90,000-110,000 per annum, depending on experience.
* Performance based bonus of 40-60%, metrics to be mutually determined and agreed.
* Hybrid working of 4 days per week in office
* Opportunity to work in a respected organisation within the legal industry.
* Central London location with excellent transport links and amenities nearby.