Head of Finance

Head of Finance - Solicitors - £40,000 to £45,000 per annum - Leigh-on-Sea

We’re working with a well-established, friendly and growing regional solicitors’ practice looking to appoint a Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function.

Practicing for over 100 years, and steadily growing, in a beautiful location in Leigh on Sea,.

This is a standalone, hands‑on role where you’ll lead all aspects of finance and work closely with the Partners to support the firm’s continued success.

If you enjoy autonomy, variety, and being the go‑to finance expert in a professional services environment, this could be a great fit.

A multi-disciplinary legal practice providing services across:

Property | Family | Litigation | Business Law | Wills, Probate & Trusts | Employment

You’ll manage the entire finance function, including:

• Management accounts and monthly reporting
• Budgeting, forecasting and cashflow
• Client and office accounts
• VAT returns and bank reconciliations
• Payroll and supplier payments
• Liaising with external accountants
• Supporting Partners with financial insight and decision‑making

This is a broad, varied position with real responsibility and visibility across the business.

• Experience in a similar Finance Manager or senior finance role
• Background in legal or professional services (essential)
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Comfortable working independently and owning the full finance cycle
• Organised, proactive and detail‑focused

• Up to £45,000 (DOE)
• Monday–Friday, 9–5
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Autonomy to shape and improve processes
• Long‑term stability within an established firm