Finance Manager

A growing boutique professional services firm is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join the business in a newly created role. As the firm continues to expand, this position offers the opportunity to take ownership of the finance function and play a key role in supporting the next phase of growth.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring robust financial controls, maintaining regulatory compliance, and providing accurate financial reporting. This is a hands-on role that would suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a collaborative environment and is comfortable managing a varied workload with a high degree of autonomy.

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, billing, and payment processing.
• Produce accurate monthly management information and financial reports.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow processes.
• Maintain effective financial controls and ensure compliance with relevant regulations including SRA.
• Oversee payroll, tax and statutory reporting requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance processes and systems.
• Partner with senior leaders to provide financial insight and support business growth initiatives.
• Assist with commercial analysis and strategic planning activities.

• Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Accounts Manager, or similar position within a professional services environment, strong preference for legal services
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, bookkeeping, reconciliations, and management accounting.
• Experience managing compliance, audit processes, and statutory reporting obligations.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the business.
• Accounting qualifications (ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA or equivalent) are advantageous but not essential.

• Newly created role with significant ownership and autonomy.
• Opportunity to join a successful and growing boutique firm.
• Broad and varied position with exposure to senior decision-makers.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

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