Finance Manager

William James Recruitment; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexibility

Supportive culture for development

Job summary

A leading law firm in Preston is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to deliver insightful financial reports and drive meaningful changes within the firm. The role offers hybrid working and blends flexibility with collaboration in a forward-thinking environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong financial background, advanced Excel skills, and a passion for using data to guide business decisions.

Qualifications

• Strong financial background and experience in reporting and analysis.
• Ability to streamline and modernize finance processes.
• Track record of driving change and delivering measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of accurate financial reports.
• Streamline and automate finance processes.
• Provide strategic analysis for commercial decisions.

Skills

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Advanced Excel skills

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Job description

Senior Recruitment Consultant William James Recruitment

Providing exceptional candidates to top law firms across the UK.

The Role

Finance Manager - Up to £40,000 salary

A leading law firm in Preston is on the lookout for a dynamic, commercially minded Finance Manager to join its high-performing team, working directly with the Finance Director. You’ll play a key role in how the firm understands its numbers, turning financial data into powerful insights that drive smarter business decisions and future growth.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the delivery of accurate, insightful financial reports that tell the real story behind performance
• Streamline, automate, and modernise finance processes to unlock more value
• Enhance MI and data tools to give leadership smarter, faster insights
• Partner across Finance, IT, and Operations to deliver bolder reporting capabilities
• Provide strategic analysis and commentary that shape commercial decisions

What You’ll Bring

• Strong financial background and experience in reporting, analysis, and process improvement
• Advanced Excel skills and a passion for turning data into decisions
• Commercial acumen, sound judgement, and great communication skills
• A track record of driving change and delivering measurable results

Why Join?

• Be part of a top-tier regional firm that’s investing in innovation and growth
• Enjoy hybrid working and real flexibility
• Work in a culture that values ideas, collaboration, and development
• Build your path to leadership in a supportive, forward-thinking environment

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone. There is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Tara Halliwell (Retained Consultant)

Email: [e-mail]