We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced finance Officer to join our team. As a finance officer, you will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of our organization. This is a key role that requires strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills.
Duties
- Develop and implement financial strategies, policies, and procedures to ensure the financial health and stability of the organization
- Provide support and guidance to the Managing Director, including direct working with other Solicitors and branch managers
- Manage the financial planning including forecasting and analysis
- Oversee financial accounting activities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting to the Accounting team.
* Monitor and manage credit accounts
* Monitor and control costs to maximize profitability and efficiency
* Collaborate with other departments to support strategic decision-making through financial analysis and insights
* Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
* Continuously evaluate and improve financial systems and processes to drive operational excellence
Skills
To be successful in this role, you should possess the following skills:
- Strong leadership abilities with the ability to collaborate with the leadership
- In-depth knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices
- Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Sound understanding of cost control measures to optimize profitability
- Proficiency in financial case management software or desirable working knowledge of Leap case management software or the ability to learn to use the Leap accounting system.
- Experience in the financial services industry is preferred but not required
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
* Preferably an understanding of the law firm application LEAP.
If you are a strategic thinker with a strong background in finance and a passion for driving business success, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dynamic team as our Finance Officer.
Job Type: Full-time - Fixed Term
Salary: From £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Experience:
* Financial accounting / Legal background: 4 years (Desirable)
Language:
* English (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 24 months
Pay: £25,000.00-£33,838.66 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
Experience:
* Accounting: 4 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: FOHaz01
Expected start date: 01/10/2025