Legal Southwest
On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Financial Controller to join them on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is a new position, for an experienced and detail-orientated Financial Controller to join the team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the successful candidate will manage the financial operations of the firm, ensuring the integrity of financial information, compliance with regulatory requirements, and the provision of timely and accurate financial reporting to support business decision-making. The Financial Controller will also be responsible for a small team.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the firm, including accounts payable,
accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting. - Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements in accordance with
relevant accounting standards. - Manage cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting processes to ensure the firm’s
financial stability. - Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with regulatory
requirements, including VAT and tax filings. - Provide financial analysis and insight to support strategic planning and decision-
- Work with suppliers to negotiate best terms.
- Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring high standards of performance and
professional development. - Ensure appropriate levels of cover in the team and deputise for the CFO when
- Liaise with external auditors and manage the year-end audit process.
- Implement and maintain robust financial controls and processes to safeguard the
firm’s assets. - Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders on financial
Key Competencies required:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Proactive and results-orientated, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
In return you will be offered:
- A supportive and flexible working environment
- Company pension
- Contractual sick pay
- 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service)
- Flexible working arrangements
- Birthday leave
- Company social events such as Happy Hour, Summer Party, and Christmas Party
- Opportunities for career development and growth within an ambitious and expanding company
Please get in touch if you would like more information on this role or send us your CV below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.
Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.
