Group Financial Controller
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Manchester - Hybrid 4 days in the office
£70k + benefits
We’re looking for a commercially minded Financial Controller to take real ownership of the finance function within a growing, private equity backed, ambitious law firm.
This is a high-impact role reporting directly to the Finance Director, with full responsibility for financial control, management reporting, cashflow and audit and genuine visibility across the partnership.
The Opportunity
You will:
- Own the full monthly management accounts process from close to board-ready reporting
- Strengthen financial controls and improve balance sheet integrity
- Lead short- and medium-term cashflow forecasting
- Actively manage WIP, debtors and lock-up alongside practice heads
- Lead the year-end audit and manage external auditor relationships
- Oversee VAT, tax and regulatory compliance
- Support budgeting, forecasting and commercial decision-making
- Improve reporting, MI and finance systems as the firm scales
This role combines operational control with strategic exposure - working closely with senior leadership to improve financial visibility and performance.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Direct reporting line to the Finance Director
- High visibility across partners and leadership
- Real ownership of core financial processes
- Opportunity to professionalise and enhance systems
- Growing firm with strong momentum and ambition
About You
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
- Currently operating as a Financial Controller or experienced Senior Finance Manager
- Strong technical accounting and audit experience
- Confident managing WIP, working capital and cashflow in a professional services environment (legal experience advantageous)
- Commercially aware and comfortable partnering with non-finance stakeholders
- Motivated by ownership and continuous improvement
The Environment
You’ll be joining a growing, evolving firm where finance plays a central role in driving performance. We’re looking for someone who enjoys building structure, improving processes and operating with autonomy.
If you’re ready to step into a role with genuine ownership and influence, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply via LinkedIn Easy Apply or send your CV directly to Jonathan.boden@beyondlawgroup.co.uk
Direct applications only please.