About this role
Finance Manager – Legal Sector – Luton – £55,000–£75,000
I’m currently recruiting for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established and respected regional law firm based in Luton.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who wants to take the next step in their career within a professional services environment, taking ownership of the day-to-day finance function while working closely with the firm's leadership team.
You’ll oversee a small Accounts team and play a key role across financial controls, management reporting, budgeting, compliance and the Solicitors Accounts Rules, with support available from the Finance Partner.
The role:
Luton – Dunstable Road£55,000–£75,000 depending on experience and qualifications9.00am–5.30pm, Monday–FridayFull-time, office-based
Key responsibilities:
Overseeing the day-to-day running of the Finance departmentManaging and supporting a small Accounts teamEnsuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR) and regulatory requirementsOverseeing client and office accounts, reconciliations and financial reportingManaging the annual SAR audit processSupporting budgeting, financial planning and management reporting for PartnersAssisting with annual financial statements and liaising with external accountantsReviewing financial controls, systems and processes and identifying improvementsManaging the monthly payroll process alongside HRSupporting the Senior Leadership Team with wider financial and operational mattersManaging supplier relationships and key service contractsMaintaining strong financial discipline, controls and compliance across the business
About you:
AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant, alongside strong practical experienceSolid experience across bookkeeping, accounting processes and financial controlsPrevious experience within a law firm finance function would be advantageousKnowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules and their practical applicationLegal cashiering experience would be beneficialExperience supervising, managing or supporting members of a finance/accounts teamExcellent attention to detail and a strong focus on financial governanceExperience with accounting and financial management systemsStrong communication skills and the ability to work confidently with Partners and senior stakeholdersLegal aid accounting knowledge would be advantageous but isn't essential
The package:
£55,000–£75,000 depending on experience and qualificationsCompany pensionCycle to work schemeEmployee discountFree flu jabs25 days annual leave plus bankChristmas shut downLife insurance9.00am–5.30pm Monday–Friday
This could suit an experienced Legal Finance Manager, Accountant with Legal experience looking to step up, Accounts Manager or AAT/part-qualified accountant with strong law firm experience who is ready to take greater ownership of the finance function.
If you're interested, apply and if suitable we will be in touch.