Financial Director

CM Law Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CM Law Recruitment is seeking an experienced Finance Director to lead the London finance function for a leading US law firm with a strong City presence. You will steer the finance team, drive reporting, budgeting and cashflow, and partner with partners on financial strategy.

The role requires ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, significant law firm finance leadership experience, and a deep understanding of SRA Accounts Rules and billing practices.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with senior finance leadership experience in professional services.
• Strong understanding of SRA Accounts Rules and legal billing practices.
• Proven ability to influence partners and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the London finance team and align with global leadership.
• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow for the London office.
• Manage billing, revenue recognition and WIP across the practice.
• Partner with practice group leaders on financial strategy and performance.
• Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee month-end and year-end processes, audits and statutory reporting.

Skills

Financial leadership

Billing & WIP management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Accounting knowledge

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

A leading US law firm with a strong City presence is looking for an experienced Finance Director to lead their finance function in London.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Leading and developing the London finance team, working closely with the firm's global finance leadership
• Overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management for the London office
• Managing billing, revenue recognition and WIP across the practice
• Partnering with practice group leaders and equity partners on financial strategy and performance
• Ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and other relevant regulatory requirements
• Overseeing month end and year end processes, audits and statutory reporting

WHAT THEY ARE LOOKING FOR

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Significant finance leadership experience within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of SRA Accounts Rules and legal sector billing practices
• Proven ability to influence and build relationships with partners and senior stakeholders
• Excellent leadership skills with experience managing a finance team

International OR US Law firm experience is required.