Head of Finance

Are you an experienced finance leader looking for your next challenge in a fast-growing UK law firm? My client is seeking a Head of Finance to lead the Finance and Revenue functions in a newly created role within a growing Accounts & Finance team.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and drive financial strategy, oversee key accounting operations, and manage a team of nine professionals across Finance and Revenue. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring robust financial health and delivering exceptional outcomes for the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Finance and Revenue teams, providing guidance and ensuring high standards.
• Oversee preparation and delivery of monthly board reporting packs, management accounts, and variance analysis.
• Produce detailed financial metrics and KPIs to monitor performance and profitability.
• Drive budgeting and forecasting processes, including annual planning and quarterly reforecasts.
• Manage statutory accounts, annual audits, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Oversee billing, credit control, and WIP operations to optimise cash flow and reduce write-offs.
• Deliver accurate monthly financials, balance sheet and P&L reconciliations.
• Provide commercial analysis and advice to senior stakeholders on trends and client profitability.
• Maintain and improve financial systems and reporting processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency.
• Act as a point of escalation for billing, WIP, and credit control issues.
• Support due diligence for partner recruitment and potential mergers.
• Deputise for the Finance Director when required, presenting financial reports to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and firm-wide financial policies.

About You

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with at least 5 years' experience in management accounts within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong leadership skills with proven experience managing teams.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and best practices.
• Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); experience with Elite 3E or similar systems is desirable.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 25 days annual leave plus options to buy additional days.
• Private medical and dental insurance, life assurance, income protection.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Flexible benefits including gym membership, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.
• Hybrid working - 50% of your time should be office based (3 days one week, 2 days the next)