Financial Controller

TSR Legal - South West; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Financial Controller. This pivotal leadership role entails managing all financial activities and supporting strategic decision-making within the firm. The position offers strong career growth, a competitive salary, and the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Excellent work-life balance

Long-term career progression

Continued professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Financial Controller role within a law firm or professional services.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing a finance team.
• Deep understanding of compliance, AML, and VAT regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations including cashflow and forecasting.
• Prepare monthly and annual management accounts and budget forecasts.
• Support senior leadership with financial analysis to guide decisions.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Forecasting

Cash Flow Management

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Legal Practice Management Systems

Job description

Financial Controller – Leading Law Firm
Salary: Competitive + Benefits | Full-Time | Hybrid Working Available

A well-established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join their senior team. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for managing all financial aspects of the business and supporting strategic decision-making at the highest level.

This position offers a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with a strong background in the legal or professional services sector to take ownership of financial operations, drive efficiencies, and add commercial value across the practice.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director and Equity Partners, you will:

• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including cashflow, forecasting, reconciliations, and reporting
• Lead and develop the finance team, setting clear objectives and fostering continuous improvement
• Prepare monthly and annual management accounts, budget forecasts, and financial packs
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, VAT, and AML protocols
• Support senior leadership with insightful financial analysis to guide strategic decisions
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and regulatory bodies
• Improve financial processes and reporting structures to drive performance and profitability
• Provide financial clarity across all departments, adapting communication for non-finance stakeholders

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role within a law firm or regulated professional services environment
• Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Deep understanding of financial reporting, forecasting, cash flow and budgeting
• Knowledge of compliance, AML, and VAT regulations relevant to the legal sector
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills with experience managing a finance team
• Commercially astute with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with legal practice management systems
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Why Apply?

• Join a progressive and supportive leadership team in a respected firm
• Hybrid working model and excellent work-life balance
• Opportunity to shape the financial future of a dynamic legal business
• Long-term career progression and continued professional development
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Contact Rachel Phillips, Associate Director in confidence or apply below: