Senior Finance Operations Manager

An opportunity has arisen with a leading US law firm for an experienced Senior Finance Operations Manager to oversee its AP and Cashiering function across London & Europe. This is a newly created role, reporting into the firms Finance Director.

The successful individual will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, strengthening controls and ensuring compliance within a highly regulated environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the day-to-day management of Accounts Payable, Cashiering and supplier onboarding functions.
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and maintaining robust controls around client money and financial operations.
• Reviewing and enhancing financial processes, controls and governance frameworks.
• Managing, mentoring and developing a team, creating resilience through training and cross-functional support.
• Driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.
• Overseeing supplier management processes and workflow systems.
• Working closely with finance leaders across multiple international offices to standardise processes and improve service delivery.
• Developing and monitoring KPIs to measure team performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Supporting the implementation and adoption of automation and AI-driven solutions within finance operations.
• Acting as a senior escalation point for complex operational and accounting matters.

• 10+ years of law firm experience
• Expertise across Accounts Payable, Cashiering, Treasury, Cash Receipts and supplier management process
• Deep knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules and client money regulations.
• Strong leadership experience, with a proven track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Experience implementing and strengthening financial controls and governance processes.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders.

• The firm operates a 4 day in the office hybrid policy, with Friday being the non-office day