Law Firm Financial Controller | Hybrid Work + Bonus

Ambition; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Controller in London to manage day-to-day financial operations. This role emphasizes team leadership, requiring proven managerial experience and a strong technical accounting background (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). The ideal candidate will foster a collaborative environment and oversee multiple finance service lines, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. Hybrid working is offered, with 3 days in the office and bonus eligibility.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Eligibility for bonuses

Referral scheme bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven managerial experience leading larger teams.
• Strong technical expertise in high-level accounting matters.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor finance team members.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and high performance.
• Review processes and implement technology-driven enhancements.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.

Skills

Managerial experience

Strong technical expertise

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Understanding of financial operations

Education

Recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Financial Controller in London to manage day-to-day financial operations. This role emphasizes team leadership, requiring proven managerial experience and a strong technical accounting background (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). The ideal candidate will foster a collaborative environment and oversee multiple finance service lines, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. Hybrid working is offered, with 3 days in the office and bonus eligibility.