Finance Manager

Finance Manager

We are seeking a dedicated Finance Manager to lead our clients accounts department and provide essential financial management information. This role is crucial for the efficient and profitable operation of our legal practice.

• Manage the accounts department ensuring compliance with the Solicitor’s Accounts Rules.
• Conduct training for accounts staff and liaise with the firm’s auditors regarding Solicitors Accounts Rules audits.
• Manage the firm’s payroll, including annual returns to HMRC, P11Ds, maintaining payroll records, and liaising with the firm’s payroll bureau.
• Produce VAT returns and manage VAT payments.
• Complete Companies House returns and prepare monthly management accounts.
• Provide ad hoc financial information to the Partners and oversee financial control on expenditures.
• Prepare year-end management accounts and liaise with the firm’s accountants to produce year-end accounts.
• Maintain relationships with the firm’s banks and suppliers and manage the firm’s nominal ledgers.
• Assist and collaborate with the firm’s other senior managers.
• Attend Senior Management Team meetings and other meetings as required by the firm.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Finance Manager in a Legal Practice.
• In-depth knowledge of Solicitor’s Accounts Rules.
• High level of IT skills, particularly in practice management software and Excel.
• Extensive payroll knowledge.
• Flexibility to meet the dynamic needs of the Partnership.

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.