Finance Manager

JMC Legal; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the legal sector is seeking a Finance Manager to enhance its dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a progressive culture, where career advancement is encouraged. The firm prides itself on delivering high-quality work and maintaining a loyal client base across the UK. As a Finance Manager, you will oversee critical financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards while supporting senior management with insightful analysis. Join this innovative firm and be part of a team that values growth and excellence.

Benefits

Excellent Benefits Package

Friendly Working Culture

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of finance experience in a law firm.
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting and cashier operations.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and reports.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.

Skills

Finance Management

Accounting Standards Compliance

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Budgeting and Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Job description

Due to continued success this Legal 500 Firm located in the City seeks a Finance Manager to join their expanding team.

This modern, dynamic outfit is offering progression, a highly competitive salary and the opportunity to gain exposure from Chambers ranked & Legal 500 professionals.

The Firm:

Ranked in the top legal 500, this firm are different to many others- they have a unique progressive culture, and unlike other practices, it is common for people to stay there and progress for their entire career

This firm is multi-service and is continuously evolving, and has a good blend of commercial and creativity. They have progressed and now have a loyal client base across the UK, with the Head office residing in London.

They deal with an extremely high-quality of work and they continuously punch above their weight.

The Role:

As a Finance Manager you will be responsible for:

• Oversee daily accounting and legal cashier operations.
• Supervise and train accounts team, monitor performance, and allocate tasks.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, KPIs, and cash flow reports.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Monitor income, expenditure, and budget compliance.
• Post monthly journals (accruals, prepayments, payroll) and process VAT returns.
• Perform bank reconciliations, client-to-office transfers, and supplier invoice postings.
• Handle payroll processing and PAYE/NI payments.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage SAR audits and liaise with the bank and HMRC.
• Support senior management with analysis and address partner and staff queries.

Requirements:

• Minimum 4 years of experience in finance within a law firm
• Recent experience working under SRA Solicitors Accounts Rules in a law firm is essential

• You will have strong communication skills and the ability to work well within a team

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary is highly competitive, negotiable and dependent upon your level of experience. They are looking for long-term hires and pay well for the right candidate.
• Excellent Benefits package
• Friendly, dynamic and modern working culture
• High quality work

Apply now for immediate consideration, or feel free to give me a call for a confidential conversation.