Financial Controller

I have partnered with one of our law firm clients in the search for a new Financial Controller. This role is a backfill for the previous incumbent who has recently been promoted to the Head of Finance.

As the Financial Controller you will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and reporting, working closely with the Head of Finance to drive efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across the business.

People management will have a large focus in this role so if this is something you enjoy doing, this would be a fantastic opportunity for you to as you will lead and develop a large team that covers Management Accounts, Revenue Control, Cashiering, and Partnership Accounts. You'll foster a collaborative, high-performing culture while implementing system-based enhancements to streamline processes and improve controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor five direct reports (with a broader team of 11 underneath those direct reports) across multiple finance service lines
• Foster a culture of collaboration, high performance, and continuous improvement.
• Review processes and implement technology-driven enhancements to improve efficiency.
• Oversee recruitment, training, performance management, and career development within the team.

• Oversee production of management accounts, statutory reports, and annual audits.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting and maintain balance sheet integrity.
• Support budgeting and reforecasting processes.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including SRA audits.
• Maintain robust financial controls and liaise with bankers on compliance matters.
• Drive effective revenue and credit control management.

• Oversee partnership accounting, including partner distributions and tax returns.
• Review VAT returns and PAYE Settlement Agreements.

Experience needed:

• Proven managerial experience, ideally leading larger teams, with a genuine interest in developing people and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Strong technical expertise, as you will lead on high-level accounting matters and must hold a recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Previous experience in a law firm or broader professional services environment is essential.
• While you must be a strong accountant, you should also demonstrate a solid understanding of wider financial operations (e.g., cashiering, revenue control).

Additional:

• Hybrid working if offered - c.3 days in the office
• Will be eligible for a bonus

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you know someone who would be great at this role, why not take advantage of our referral scheme? We offer £200 in shopping vouchers for every referred candidate who we place in a role. Terms & Conditions Apply. https://www.ambition.co.uk/refer-a-friend