Accounts Manager

Your new company
I am working with an ambitious, growing law firm who are looking to bring on an experienced accounts manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance department, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules, managing a small team, and supporting strategic financial planning. This role will be reporting directly to the Finance Director and will play a pivotal part of the business.

Your new role
The Accounts Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance department, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Accounts Rules, managing a small team, and supporting strategic financial planning. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise, leadership, and a proactive approach to process improvement.

• Team Management:
  • Lead and develop the finance team (Legal Cashiers, AP/AR staff).
  • Conduct regular performance reviews and training.
• Financial Operations:
  • Oversee all aspects of accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and bank reconciliations.
  • Ensure accurate and timely posting of financial transactions.
• Compliance & Controls:
  • Ensure full compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and other relevant regulations.
  • Maintain internal controls and support audit processes.
• Reporting & Analysis:
  • Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Systems & Process Improvement:
  • Work with IT and finance teams to improve financial systems and reporting tools.
  • Identify and implement process efficiencies.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Liaise with Partners, Department Heads, and external auditors.
  • Provide financial insights to support decision-making.

• Experience working within a law firm or legal services business.
  
• Experience of overseeing a team.