My client is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join its leadership team in Chippenham, Wiltshire.
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This is a senior strategic role offering the opportunity to lead the firm's financial management, ensure compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules, and play a key role in driving the firm's long‑term growth and profitability. The successful candidate will work closely with the Board of Equity Partners while overseeing the day‑to‑day operation of the finance function.
The Role
The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible For
- Leading the firm's financial strategy and supporting long‑term business planning
- Preparing budgets, forecasts, management accounts and financial reports
- Monitoring cash flow, profitability, WIP, lock‑up, debtors and billing performance
- Managing payroll, pensions, PAYE, National Insurance and VAT returns
- Overseeing year‑end accounts and coordinating external audits
- Ensuring full compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules and regulatory obligations
- Managing client accounts, reconciliations and financial controls
- Supporting the firm's COFA and liaising with reporting accountants and regulatory bodies
- Providing commercial financial analysis to support business decisions
- Developing financial reporting, KPIs and performance dashboards
- Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team
- Assisting with day‑to‑day legal cashier duties where required
Requirements
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or significant equivalent legal finance experience
- Previous senior finance leadership experience within a UK law firm
- Strong knowledge of the SRA Accounts Rules and legal accounting procedures
- Experience of financial planning, budgeting and board‑level reporting
- Knowledge of WIP, billing, lock‑up, cash flow management and client accounts
- Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational abilities
- Proficiency with legal practice management systems, Excel and payroll software
- Ability to support and supervise a small finance team while remaining hands‑on when required
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Senior leadership position with strategic influence
- Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing law firm
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Finance Director - Law Firm in Chippenham employer: Clear IT Recruitment Ltd
Join a supportive and dynamic team at Ellis-Fermor and Negus in Beeston, Nottinghamshire, where your expertise as a Wills and Probate Lawyer will be valued and nurtured. With a strong commitment to Honesty, Respect, and Teamwork, the firm fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages professional growth and development, ensuring you can build meaningful relationships with clients while achieving your career goals. Enjoy the unique advantage of working in a vibrant community, where your contributions directly impact the lives of clients and the reputation of the firm.
