Head of Finance

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Hartford; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in the UK is seeking a Head of Finance to lead their finance function and join the Leadership Team. This is a unique opportunity for a qualified accountant with significant experience in legal finance to make a substantial impact. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules and strong leadership skills. The role offers a competitive salary of £75,747.50 - £87,022.50, including extensive benefits.

Benefits

22% pension

25 days holiday plus options to purchase more

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Significant experience within legal practice finance.
• Expert knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR).
• Proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
• Produce monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts.
• Ensure full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.

Skills

Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Leadership and people management

Strong financial reporting and analytical capabilities

Job description

Head of Finance | Legal Practice

Law Staff are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an award-winning Law Firm with a strong emphasis within the Public Sector. The Firm acts on behalf of Local Authorities and Public Sector Organisations, offering the reward of giving back to society while developing your career in meaningful work and an exceptionally collaborative Team environment.

Location: Huntingdon / Northampton / Shefford (with travel to other offices)
Salary/Benefits: Range depending on experience £75,747.50 - £87,022.50. Benefits include 22% pension, 25 days holiday (and options to purchase more), 2 days office attendance and an array of discounts for retail etc.

The Opportunity

Our client, a progressive legal practice, is seeking an exceptional Head of Finance to lead their finance function and become a key member of the Leadership Team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a qualified accountant with legal sector experience to make a real impact.

The Role

Reporting to the Chief Executive, you'll take strategic and operational responsibility for all financial matters including management accounting, statutory reporting, legal cashiering, and credit control. You'll also hold the regulatory roles of COFA and MLRO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team
• Produce monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts
• Ensure full compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules and SRA requirements
• Work closely with the CEO and Board on budgets and financial strategy
• Drive compliance with Lexcel standards and quality management
• Support business development initiatives and firm-wide projects

About You

Essential:

• Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Significant experience within legal practice finance
• Expert knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR)
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Strong financial reporting and analytical capabilities

Desirable:

• Experience in multi-site legal practices or ABS environments
• Legal case management system knowledge
• Leadership qualification

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking legal practice and play a pivotal role in their continued growth and success.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Natasha Kirkby at Law Staff today.

In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, please note that this is an equal opportunities employer.