Finance Compliance Manager

Appointments Personnel; Sandford Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Compliance Manager to lead a team in Stoke-on-Trent. The role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing audits, and developing finance processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial compliance and team leadership skills. A competitive salary of £40,000 per annum is offered along with opportunities for career progression and onsite parking.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression

Free on-site parking

Structured training and support

Qualifications

• Experience in financial compliance or legal finance roles.
• Proven ability to develop and lead a small team.
• Strong attention to detail and financial accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a team of three Compliance Analysts.
• Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML regulations.
• Manage the annual audit process and provide feedback.

Skills

Financial compliance

Team leadership

Excellent attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Finance Compliance Manager

Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for compliance and team leadership? We’re looking for a Finance Compliance Manager to join a busy and forward-thinking finance team based in Stoke-on-Trent. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys driving improvements, developing others, and ensuring best practice in financial compliance.

This role would suit a motivated individual with experience in finance or legal services, who enjoys working collaboratively and thrives in a fast-paced environment. If you’re ready to make a real difference in a key compliance role—this could be your next move!

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

Leading and coaching a team of three Compliance Analysts
Ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and AML regulations
Managing the annual audit process and acting on feedback
Handling client residual balances, developing proactive strategies, and working closely with Fee Earners
Maintaining the COFA breaches log and delivering continuous improvements
Reviewing and improving finance processes and internal controls
Leading internal file audits and supporting financial compliance
Managing the financial aspects of the file closure process
Keeping client bank account records up to date and overseeing bank mandate changes
Closing any legacy accounts efficiently
Supporting the development of financial reports for management
Addressing fee earner queries and collaborating with other departments
Travelling to other office locations as needed
The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who can demonstrate:

Experience in financial compliance or legal finance roles
Proven ability to develop and lead a small team
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and financial accuracy
The ability to manage multiple deadlines and work well under pressure
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
What’s in it for You?

Competitive salary of £40,000 per annum
Supportive, collaborative team culture
Opportunities for career progression and professional development
Structured training and support from day one
Free on-site parking
If you are interested in this role and feel you have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you! Please apply today to be considered for this opportunity.

Finance Compliance Manager – Stoke-on-Trent – Legal & Financial Compliance Sector

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Appointments Personnel who are acting as an employment Agency.