Finance Manager - Legal Sector in Thatcham

Finance Manager - Legal Sector in Thatcham

Thatcham Full-Time 55000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage finance functions, oversee billing, and provide insights to senior stakeholders.
  • Company: Established legal practice with a collaborative environment.
  • Benefits: £55k salary, excellent benefits, and potential for hybrid working.
  • Other info: Commutable from various locations with opportunities for career growth.
  • Why this job: Join a key role in finance within the legal sector and make an impact.
  • Qualifications: Proven finance experience in legal or professional services and strong communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 55000 £ per year.

A fantastic opportunity for a Finance Manager to join an established legal practice based near Maidenhead. This predominantly office-based position offers a salary of £55,000 plus excellent benefits and will take responsibility for the day-to-day finance function alongside an Accounts Assistant.

You will oversee financial reporting, billing, accounting and compliance, whilst providing valuable financial insight to senior stakeholders. The successful candidate will join a professional and collaborative legal environment, playing a key role in maintaining strong financial controls and supporting the continued success of the practice. Hybrid working may be available following probation.

Key Points:

  • Established legal practice
  • Senior finance position with broad responsibilities
  • Opportunity to work closely with Partners and senior stakeholders

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Oversee billing, credit control, accounts payable/receivable and accurate financial records.
  • Prepare management information, financial reports, journals, reconciliations and VAT returns.
  • Monitor budgets, cash flow, payroll and statutory payments, ensuring robust financial controls.
  • Coordinate SAR audits and liaise with banks, HMRC and external auditors.
  • Support compliance across SRA, AML, GDPR and KYC requirements, including professional indemnity insurance.

What Experience is Required:

  • Proven finance experience within the legal sector or professional services environment.
  • Strong understanding of legal finance and regulatory requirements, including SRA and AML.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to advise Partners and senior stakeholders.

Salary & Benefits:

  • £55,000 salary
  • Excellent benefits package
  • Predominantly office-based role
  • Potential hybrid working following probation
  • Opportunity to work alongside an Accounts Assistant

Location: Based near Maidenhead, this role is commutable from Windsor, Slough, High Wycombe, Marlow, Reading, Bracknell and surrounding areas.

Finance Manager - Legal Sector in Thatcham employer: CV Screen

CV Screen is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Banbury where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills in financial planning and analysis. With a focus on continuous professional development and a competitive salary package, the company fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in finance.

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We think you need these skills to ace Finance Manager - Legal Sector in Thatcham

Financial Reporting
Billing Management
Accounts Payable/Receivable
Financial Compliance
Budget Monitoring
Cash Flow Management
Payroll Management