Job Description

Work for a place that works for you...

At Stephens Scown, every day is what we make it. So we make it matter. Doing notable work for notable clients. Building our skills with talented people. Making our mark on our communities. Being a force for good.


We don't just say it, we live it. Our commitment to our people, clients and communities runs through our DNA. We are employee-owned, we are a Certified B CorporationTM, and we ranked in the 100 Best Companies to Work For in the UK list for seven consecutive years.

The Role

This is a key leadership position within our finance team, reporting directly to the Head of Finance & Reporting. You will play a crucial role in strategic financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and performance analysis. You'll also work closely with our partners and senior leadership team to support decision-making and ensure robust financial governance.


Key Responsibilities:


Lead the day-to-day operations of the finance team, ensuring efficient delivery of core finance functions including reporting, compliance, billing, and credit control Produce and analyse monthly management accounts, KPIs, and financial dashboards for partners and senior leadership Assist with the annual budgeting and forecasting processes Perform month-end and year-end accounting adjustments Drive improvements in financial systems, processes, and internal controls Support strategic projects where appropriate Ensure compliance with SRA Accounts Rules and other relevant regulatory frameworks Manage and mentor a team, promoting a culture of development and collaboration

About You

Part qualified/newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience Previous experience in a senior finance role, ideally within a partnership or professional services environment Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence and build credibility across all levels Excellent analytical, communication and problem-solving skills A continuous improvement mindset with a hands-on approach

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive salary and an impressive array of benefits and rewards. Not least of these is through the Firm's employee-ownership status, where every employee is listened to, helps to realise our vision and receives an equal share in our annual profit-share. Our hybrid working model and approach to flexible working enables our people to share their working time between home and the office to support a healthy work / life balance. View a full list of our benefits- including 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and your birthday), private medical insurance, group life assurance, access to a comprehensive range of wellbeing support, and three additional days' paid leave to support good causes. Progression opportunities - including, regular training, qualification options, mentorship, and continued professional development.

Why Stephens Scown?

Being Great Matters...

Working here is something else entirely. It's a place where we can step up to tough challenges with people so good they inspire us to be better. We proudly work in a beautiful part of the country, go beyond expectations and achieve things that matter.

Owning It Matters...

We're the UK's first major employee-owned law firm. But more than this, we're people-centred, people-powered. We do what it takes to help each other overcome every challenge. Whatever's happening in the world, empowering our people is what matters.

Doing Good Matters...

Our communities and colleagues give us a lot to be thankful for. So we try to make them feel as valued as our clients. Whether we're digging deep and giving our time and money, picking up rubbish from our streets and beaches, at Stephens Scown, if it's right, it matters.

Having Fun Matters...

We might have the expertise of a top city firm, but outside our offices there's not a skyscraper in sight. Whether we're getting to know our clients on our local beach or having fun in the park with colleagues, we're all about living a life enriched by work. Making the fun matter.


Apply for this position

If this sounds like you and you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please send your application by email enclosing an up to date CV to Careers@stephens-scown.co.uk or by post to: HR Department, Stephens Scown LLP, Curzon House, Southernhay West, Exeter, EX1 1RS



Finance
Full Time
Exeter
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive