Director of Finance – Europe A leading international law firm is seeking an experienced Director of Finance – Europe to oversee and lead its European finance operations. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility across London and the firm’s European offices, working closely with partners and senior management at both regional and global level. The successful candidate will play a key role in financial strategy, operational excellence, compliance, and supporting longterm business planning across the European platform. Reporting to the Global CFO and European COO, the Director of Finance will be responsible for all aspects of financial management across the firm’s European offices, including general ledger, accounts payable, treasury (including client trust accounts), revenue control, and financial reporting and planning. You will lead and develop finance teams, act as a key liaison between Europe and the global finance function, and partner closely with senior stakeholders across the business. Manage daytoday finance operations and teams across London and European offices Oversee European general ledger and balance sheet management, ensuring timely reconciliations and issue resolution Lead European budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning in collaboration with partners and practice leadership Deliver monthly financial reporting, analysis, and variance commentary Oversee treasury operations, cash flow management, and working capital performance Act as COFA, with responsibility for client money procedures, controls, and annual SAR audit Oversee billing and revenue control in partnership with the Revenue Manager Ensure compliance with firmwide and local financial policies, controls, and best practices Drive process improvement, automation, and efficiency across finance operations Lead the implementation and rollout of financial systems and applications in Europe Liaise with external tax advisers and internal tax teams to support UK, German, and Belgian tax filings Provide financial insight and support to European senior management and strategic initiatives Support firmwide and ad hoc projects as directed by leadership Proven experience leading finance teams within a law firm or professional services environment Strong technical knowledge across accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, billing, and collections Experience with partnership accounting and tax strongly preferred Bachelor’s degree (or UK equivalent) in Accounting or a related discipline ~7+ years’ relevant finance and accounting experience ~ Minimum 5 years’ management experience within a law firm or professional services firm ~ This is a highly visible, influential role offering the opportunity to shape and lead European finance operations within a prestigious international law firm. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally.
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