LJW Solutions
Finance Director
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Bristol - £50k - £80k
Finance Director - Exciting new role!
Help Shape the Future of a Growing, Regional Law Firm
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced legal finance professional (potentially at management level or looking to take the next step into management) to join a long-established, highly respected law firm as Finance Director.
You will become a key member of the senior leadership team, helping to drive the firm's financial strategy, continued growth, and future success.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Join a well-established, financially stable law firm with an excellent reputation across the South West
- Become a trusted adviser to the Partners and play a key role in shaping the firm's future direction
- Work within a supportive, collaborative leadership team where your expertise is genuinely valued
- Family-friendly culture with a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing
- Competitive benefits package, including 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, enhanced pension, medical care, enhanced parental leave, well-being days, bonus and regular incentives
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact within a growing, forward-thinking legal practice
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The Role
Reporting directly to the Partners, you'll lead the firm's finance function, ensuring robust financial management while providing commercially focused insight to support strategic decision-making.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Developing and delivering the firm's financial strategy, budgets and forecasts
- Producing monthly management accounts, financial reports and KPI analysis
- Managing cash flow, profitability, financial planning and working capital
- Overseeing the firm's annual budgeting and audit processes
- Monitoring financial performance across departments and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability
- Supporting the Partners with business planning, investment decisions and commercial analysis
- Overseeing payroll, VAT, tax compliance and statutory reporting
- Driving continuous improvement across financial systems, reporting and operational processes
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What We're Looking For
- Solid finance experience gained within a law firm (essential)
- Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) preferred, although candidates without formal qualifications will be considered where they can demonstrate substantial legal finance experience
- Strong understanding of Solicitors Accounts Rules and legal finance management
- Experience partnering with senior leadership and influencing decision-making
Ideal For
Finance Managers, Senior Finance Professionals, Commercial Finance, or Heads of Finance within legal practice who are looking to step into a broader strategic leadership role, with excellent incentives and benefits.
If you're an experienced legal finance professional looking to play a pivotal role in the continued success of a respected regional law firm, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion or contact Alicia at alicia@ljwsolutions.com.
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