Finance Manager Law Firm

Job Title: Finance Manager Law Firm

Location: North London

Salary: £55,000 - £75,000Depending on Experience + Benefits

About Firm Name

A fast growing law firm based in North London. With a reputation built on Value and Excellence, pride ourselves on providing bespoke legal solutions. We are currently seeking a meticulous and proactive Finance Manager to lead our busy accounts function and act as a strategic partner to our Directors.

The Role

As Finance Manager, you will be the backbone of our financial operations. You won't just be "crunching numbers"-you will be ensuring the firm remains compliant, profitable, and strategically sound. You will oversee the day-to-day financial transactions while providing the Partners with the data they need to drive growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance & SRA: Ensure strict adherence to the SRA Accounts Rules and manage the annual SAR audit.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and P&L analysis for the Partners.
• Transactional Oversight: Supervise the legal cashiering team, overseeing billing, disbursements, and VAT returns (including MTD).
• Tax & Payroll: Manage the firm's tax liabilities, partnership tax requirements, and monthly payroll.
• Strategy: Assist in the annual budgeting process and identify opportunities for cost-saving or revenue enhancement.

Who You Are

The ideal candidate is a finance professional who thrives in a structured, professional services environment.

• Qualified/Part-Qualified: ACCA, CIMA, or ACA (qualified by experience will be considered).
• Legal Sector Expert: You must have previous experience working within a UK law firm and a rock-solid understanding of Solicitors' Accounts Rules.
• Systems Savvy: Experience with legal practice management software (e.g., Clio, SOS, PCLaw, or Leap) is highly desirable.
• Communicator: You can translate complex financial data into plain English for non-finance Partners.

Why Join Us?

• Benefits: Comprehensive pension scheme, private medical insurance, and 25 days holiday.
• Culture: A supportive, professional environment where your expertise is genuinely valued.