Finance Manager | Cardiff - Reputable Leading Law Firm!
Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career? Join a leading Legal 500 firm & a dynamic Management Services Team, where your skills will be valued, and your contributions will be recognised.
Why Choose This Role?
- Competitive Salary: Your expertise will be rewarded with a competitive salary, with annual reviews to ensure it reflects your experience.
- Generous Leave: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave, increasing to a maximum of 28 days, plus bank holidays.
- Health Benefits: After a qualifying period, you will receive eye care and private medical insurance to prioritise your well-being.
Role Overview:
As a Finance Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of the finance department, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Your main responsibilities will include:
- Posting supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and arranging payments
- Handling fee invoices, credit notes, and disbursement write-offs
- Monitoring and authorising payments to clients and other parties
- Conducting various reconciliations and posting between bank accounts
- Managing credit control and pursuing unbilled disbursements
- Supervising the Finance Assistant and providing necessary training
- Assisting the Finance Director and handling special finance projects
- Generating performance reports and ensuring compliance with firm policies and SRA rules
What You Bring:
The ideal candidate will be organised, detail-oriented, and possess a positive work ethic. Previous experience in a finance role, particularly within the legal profession, is highly desirable. Familiarity with SRA accounts rules is preferred but not essential.
Key Skills and Experience:
- Meticulous attention to detail and ability to meet finance system deadlines
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong IT proficiency, particularly with accounts software and Excel
- Self-motivated and proactive, capable of working with minimal supervision
- Team-oriented with a focus on continuous departmental improvement
- Ability to identify unusual results, risk events, and associated reporting obligations
Please contact Rachel Phillips, Associate Director in confidence on / or apply below: