Location: Macclesfield, UK (hybrid option)
About the Firm:
A law firm based in Macclesfield, specialising in Personal Injury (PI), Medical Negligence, and Housing Disrepair (HDR) cases.
The firm has a strong reputation for delivering exceptional legal services and securing justice for clients. As part of its continued growth and operational excellence, the firm is seeking an experienced Finance Director / Senior Financial Controller with a background in law firm finance to lead its financial strategy and management.
Role Overview:
The Finance Director / Senior Financial Controller will be a key member of the senior leadership team, responsible for overseeing the financial health and strategic direction of the firm. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in law firm financial management, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SARs), managing financial risk, and optimising the firm’s financial performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the firm’s financial strategy, ensuring strong financial governance and reporting.
- Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning.
- Ensure compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules (SARs) and other legal regulatory requirements.
- Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.
- Oversee the firm’s working capital, credit control, and debt recovery processes, ensuring financial stability.
- Implement financial controls and risk management processes to safeguard the firm’s assets.
- Provide strategic insight and financial analysis to support business growth and profitability.
- Work closely with the Board to develop and execute financial strategies that align with the firm’s objectives.
- Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring high standards of performance and compliance.
- Support financial aspects of litigation funding, case disbursement, and cost recovery processes.
- Monitor and optimise WIP (Work in Progress) and profitability of case portfolios.
Key Requirements:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with extensive experience in a similar role within a law firm.
- Previous experience in a law firm essential
- Experience in Personal Injury, Medical Negligence, or Housing Disrepair law firm is a bonus, not essential
- Strong understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules (SARs) and SRA compliance.
- Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage and develop a finance team.
- Excellent knowledge of financial software and case management systems used in law firms.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strategic mindset.
- Ability to work collaboratively with senior stakeholders and drive financial efficiency.
- Experience managing external audits and liaising with regulatory bodies.
What We Offer:
- A senior leadership role in a dynamic and growing law firm.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- The opportunity to influence and shape the financial future of the firm.
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