Job Description
Job Title: Finance Manager Law Firm
Location: North London
Salary: £55,000 - £75,000Depending on Experience + Benefits
About Firm Name
A fast growing law firm based in North London. With a reputation built on Value and Excellence, pride ourselves on providing bespoke legal solutions. We are currently seeking a meticulous and proactive Finance Manager to lead our busy accounts function and act as a strategic partner to our Directors.
The Role
As Finance Manager, you will be the backbone of our financial operations. You won't just be "crunching numbers"-you will be ensuring the firm remains compliant, profitable, and strategically sound. You will oversee the day-to-day financial transactions while providing the Partners with the data they need to drive growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Compliance & SRA: Ensure strict adherence to the SRA Accounts Rules and manage the annual SAR audit.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and P&L analysis for the Partners.
- Transactional Oversight: Supervise the legal cashiering team, overseeing billing, disbursements, and VAT returns (including MTD).
- Tax & Payroll: Manage the firm's tax liabilities, partnership tax requirements, and monthly payroll.
- Strategy: Assist in the annual budgeting process and identify opportunities for cost-saving or revenue enhancement.
Who You Are
The ideal candidate is a finance professional who thrives in a structured, professional services environment.
- Qualified/Part-Qualified: ACCA, CIMA, or ACA (qualified by experience will be considered).
- Legal Sector Expert: You must have previous experience working within a UK law firm and a rock-solid understanding of Solicitors' Accounts Rules.
- Systems Savvy: Experience with legal practice management software (e.g., Clio, SOS, PCLaw, or Leap) is highly desirable.
- Communicator: You can translate complex financial data into plain English for non-finance Partners.
Why Join Us?
- Benefits: Comprehensive pension scheme, private medical insurance, and 25 days holiday.
- Culture: A supportive, professional environment where your expertise is genuinely valued.
