Financial Controller

Job Description

Financial Controller

Leading boutique law firm is recruiting an experienced and influential Financial Controller to be responsible for all areas of the firm’s financial operations and to oversee a team of five across London and Singapore.

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• Salary to circa £120,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office / 2 days remote
• Superb employee benefits
• Two discretionary annual bonuses
• Stunning ultra-modern offices based near Farringdon / City Thameslink

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Financial Controller Key Responsibilities:

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• Lead, manage, and develop a team of five finance professionals
• Set clear objectives, provide coaching and feedback, and support professional development
• Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis, commentary, and insight for partners and senior management
• Maintenance and reconciliation of partner current accounts, capital, and tax reserve balances

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• Lead the annual budgeting process, working closely with budget holders and senior management
• Monitor and manage cash flow, including short- and medium-term forecasting
• Oversee working capital management, including WIP, debtors, lock-up, and billing performance
• Act as a trusted finance business partner to partners and senior management
• Provide analysis and support on partner performance and remuneration inputs

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Financial Controller Skills & Requirements

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• Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Significant post-qualification experience in a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong understanding of LLP accounting
• Experience leading and developing finance teams
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with finance and management systems

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