Director of Finance

Director of Finance A standout opportunity with a prestigious US law firm based in stylish modern offices near Liverpool Street, to lead the firm’s European finance operations and play a pivotal role in its continued growth and success. What’s On

Offer:

Generous salary  attractive benefits, wellness and pension package Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote) City of London / Liverpool Street Director of Finance – What You’ll Be Doing:
The incumbent will line manage a Finance Manager and Revenue Manager, overseeing a Finance team of approximately 12 in the London, reporting into the CFO in the US Headquarters. Duties will include;
Lead European finance operations across London and Europe, including oversight of finance teams Oversee general ledger, balance sheet, reconciliations and monthly financial reporting Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, partnering with Managing Partners and Practice Group Leaders Oversee treasury, cash flow, working capital, billing and revenue control Act as COFA, overseeing client money procedures, controls and the annual SAR audit Oversee tax and regulatory compliance across the UK and Europe Drive financial controls, governance, best practice and process improvement, including the implementation of financial systems Provide strategic financial insight and advice to Senior Management and Business Services in both London and the US offices, supporting key commercial and planning decisions Director of Finance –

What We’re Looking For:

Qualified accountant with minimum of several years’ relevant experience, 5 years in a management role within a law firm Extensive experience with Elite 3E or a similar ERP system and related financial solutions Proven team leadership and people management skills, with strong decision-making, coaching, mentoring, consultative and problem-solving abilities