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- Financial Management: Oversee daily financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and general ledger maintenance
- Financial Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports to the board, senior management, and external stakeholders
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with UK financial regulations and Legal Aid Agency (LAA) requirements
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop and manage annual budgets, monitor expenditures, and prepare financial forecasts
- Audit Coordination: Organise and manage annual audits, implementing recommendations to improve financial processes
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the finance team, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment
- Strategic Planning: Assist in the development and execution of financial strategies to support the firm's long-term objectives
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification (preferred)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management, ideally in a legal aid or non-profit setting
- Strong knowledge of UK financial regulations and SRA compliance
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Understanding of legal aid funding structures and requirements
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Hybrid working environment (in-office and remote work options)
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development
