Finance Manager
Location: Greater London (Hybrid)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Are you ready to make a big impact at a respected, medium-sized law firm?
We’re partnering with a well-established firm, looking for a commercially-minded Finance Manager to lead and transform its finance function. This is a rare opportunity to shape financial strategy at the top level, optimise performance, and mentor a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with senior leadership to drive financial strategy and sustainable growth.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
- Improve margins and cost structures with commercial insight.
- Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR).
- Oversee payroll, credit control, accounts payable, and financial reporting.
- Modernise finance systems and support automation initiatives.
- Develop scalable systems for expansion and integration across functions.
- Lead and inspire a London-based finance team across multiple locations.
- Legal Cashier experience.
About You
- Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or significant legal sector experience.
- Strong leadership in finance within professional services.
- Deep knowledge of SAR and legal sector compliance.
- Skilled in financial reporting, forecasting, and strategic planning.
- Experience driving transformation and system/process improvements.
- Proven team leader with strong cross-functional collaboration skills.
Why Apply?
Join a successful firm where your ideas and leadership will directly shape the future of the business. This is more than a financial role—it’s a chance to influence strategy, improve operations, and leave a lasting legacy.