Job Description

Are you an experienced finance professional with a strong background in law firms or other professional services environments? Our client, a prestigious and dynamic business law firm, is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a respected firm, where your expertise will directly impact financial operations, growth, and strategic decisions.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead a High-Performing Team: Supervise and guide the bookkeeping and accounting team, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
• Manage Core Financial Operations: Oversee the daily financial functions, including online banking, invoicing, payroll, and other transactions critical to the firm’s success.
• Support the Billing Process: Work closely with legal administrative assistants to streamline and support the billing and invoicing procedures, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage the Accounting Cycle: Take ownership of the full monthly and annual accounting cycle, collaborating with external accountants to finalize year-end tasks and tax filings.
• Drive Financial Strategy: Prepare annual budgets and provide ongoing financial forecasting to support firm-wide decision-making.
• Deliver Insightful Financial Reporting: Generate both regular and ad-hoc financial reports for the firm’s partners, offering valuable insights into financial performance and areas for improvement.
• Support Cost Management: Offer strategic insights on cost management, helping the firm optimize its financial performance and resources.
• Work with Advanced Software: Utilize various accounting software applications to manage and track financial tasks efficiently and effectively.

What We’re Looking For:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance plus a CPA designation. 
• A minimum of 5-10 years of experience in accounting/finance, ideally in a managerial role within a law firm or other professional services environment such as engineering or consulting.
• Strong understanding of the legal billing process and experience working with multiple legal entities, managing intercompany transactions, and understanding the nuances of professional services firms.
• Proven track record in managing internal controls, financial reporting, and budgeting.
• Ability to liaise with partners and team members effectively, providing clarity and support on financial matters.

What You’ll Get:

• Generous Time Off: 4 weeks of vacation and up to 8 paid sick days.
• Paid CPA Professional Dues: Supporting your ongoing professional growth.
• Performance-Based Rewards: Discretionary bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: A strong benefits package to ensure your health, well-being, and work-life balance.

This is your chance to join a leading business law firm that values talent, leadership, and expertise. If you have a background in law firms or similar professional services and are looking to make a significant impact, we want to hear from you!