Job Description

Applications will not be considered without both a CV and covering letter

We are a vibrant, growing law firm with branches across the South East, seeking a fully qualified Head of Finance to lead our busy Finance department. This role will ensure the smooth running of our daily, monthly and annual accounting processes, as well as developing and implementing a robust financial strategy which identifies areas for improvement and opportunities to increase the profitability of the business.

The role requires extensive working knowledge of the Solicitors Account Rules and the ideal candidate will also have Legal Aid payment knowledge. Reporting to our senior management team, this role will be responsible for managing and developing a small team.

Main Duties

Leading and developing the Finance team Providing financial advice to enable sound business decisions to be made Overseeing the day-to-day running of all aspects of the firm's accounts in accordance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules and other regulatory requirements Management of budgets VAT returns and compliance with all aspects of the tax regime Production of weekly/monthly/ annual management information reports Production of reports and data for our statutory accounts, year-end audit and other regulatory requirements Helping improve the financial awareness of staff through knowledge sharing and training

Skills Required

Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent) Advanced Excel skills and proficient in the use of general and accounting software and systems Previous experience of a similar role in a Law firm. Experience of managing and developing a finance team. Experience of operating at a senior level as part of a senior management team. Experience of full management accounts preparation. Proven commercial sense/business acumen. Ability to digest, interpret and clearly communicate financial information. Working knowledge of Legal Aid accounting processes a distinct advantage Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Experience of implementing new systems and processes.

Benefits

Salary dependent on experience, starting salary from 60,000 per annum

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure

Pension

Health and well-being scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car scheme

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Pay:

From 60,000.00 per year, DOE

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Hove, BN3 3JA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work

Experience:

Accounts within a law firm (Required) SRA Accounts Rules knowledge/understanding (Required) Legal Aid knowledge (Advantageous)

Language:

English (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme
Experience:

legal aid payments: 1 year (preferred) law firm accounting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person