Job Description

Seymour Legal Advisory LLP is a specialist law firm with a focus on land and property law. We have a growing national reputation for its work in commercial development, utilities, agriculture, and renewable energy. Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, the firm is known for its client-focused, partner-led service model and commitment to technical excellence. Seymour Legal is a modern firm but with a family feel. We invest in technology to improve efficiency and allow hybrid working across the country. We are looking for a commercially focused financial controller to help run all aspects of firm which are not "legal".

Role Summary

As Financial Controller, you will lead all aspects of financial management and process improvement, including statutory accounting, financial controls, budgeting, reporting, and compliance. You will also play a key role in strategic planning and provide commercial insight to support the firm's continued growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations of the LLP, including general ledger, billing, client account management, and reconciliations

Prepare monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and annual budgets

Produce year-end statutory accounts and liaise with external accountants and auditors

Ensure SRA Accounts Rules compliance and oversee client account integrity

Manage payroll, VAT returns, and HMRC submissions

Provide financial insights to partners for strategic decision-making, including pricing, profitability, and investment planning

Monitor key financial KPIs and support operational efficiency initiatives

Maintain and improve internal controls and processes

Qualifications & Experience

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)

Advanced Excel skills and financial modelling ability

Strong commercial acumen

Personal Attributes

High attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Excellent communication skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders

Integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial matters

Comfortable operating in a small but ambitious and fast-growing firm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kidderminster DY11 7QL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:

Financial management: 3 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kidderminster DY11 7QL