Head of Operational Finance

The Vacancy Fieldfisher is a European law firm with market-leading practices in technology, financial services, energy & natural resources, and life sciences. With offices across Europe, China, and the US, we are known for our collaborative culture, entrepreneurial mindset, and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for financial control, partnership accounting, and operational finance delivery, with a focus on enhancing reporting, systems, and overall finance performance across a multi-location environment. You will lead the Financial Controller, Group Accounting, Finance Projects, and wider operational finance teams, with the core function primarily based in Belfast and senior leadership in London.

Key Requirement This role sits within a law firm partnership structure and requires prior experience in legal finance or partnership-based professional services.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead operational finance and financial control across the firm Oversee monthly management accounts, statutory reporting and audit

Manage partnership accounting (partner capital, drawings, current accounts)
Partner with client accounts / cashiering teams

Drive improvements in reporting, systems and processes (Dynamics / Power BI)
Lead finance teams across London and Belfast Provide insight and support to the CFO, Partners and senior stakeholders

Requirements:

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Experience at Finance Director / Head of Finance level within a law firm or LLPStrong expertise in:
legal finance operationspartnership accounting financial control and reporting

Experience improving finance systems, reporting and processes

Strong leadership across multi-location teams

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Who are we looking for?

We don't have a type. We believe our differences are our strengths; varied cultures, approaches and experiences can only benefit us.

What do we offer?

You can be yourself:
It takes everyone to make us who we are. We’re a culture of diverse perspectives, with each of us making unique contributions that make us better  the office or WFH?:  We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home, so we operate a 60:40 rule.

Beyond salary:
We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance, health cash plan, dental insurance, life assurance, critical illness insurance, matched pension contributions up to 7%, holiday trading, plus many more. Visit:
Reward & Benefits Fieldfisher.

Come for the WOW views:
Riverbank House is in the City, just next to London Bridge with stunning views of The Shard and Tower Bridge. It's a short walk from Monument/Bank.

Nurturing your talent:
Take a 'build a career' approach to your training. You'll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something you'd like to study more closely.

Funnel your interests:
You have a life outside work, and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs, affinity networks, inclusive events, and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion is not exclusive:

If all our differences are highlighted, no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher, all our rich diversity is celebrated.

We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine at the interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.

For accessibility information on our London office, visit:
Accessing Fieldfisher London Fieldfisher Fieldfisher What to do next:

Click 'Apply Now', complete an online application and upload a CV.Successful applications will be invited to a 20–30-minute introductory call with a recruiter.

Every role recruits differently. But we'll always let you know what to expect from the process, so you get no surprises.

For hybrid opportunities, you'll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.

We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only, but we can't always promise that. We will work around everyone's availability. You can contact us at An recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the Final date to receive applications. We accept applications until we have filled the role.

The Firm We are not a UK firm with offices in Europe. We are a European law firm at our core. While our HQ is London, we are spreading across Europe  addition to UK, China and Silicon Valley we have offices in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Poland, and Spain. With 1,800 people across 28 offices across 14 countries you might expect an…