Finance Director - Law Firm

My client is seeking an experienced Finance Director to join its leadership team in Chippenham, Wiltshire. This is a senior strategic role offering the opportunity to lead the firm''s financial management, ensure compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules, and play a key role in driving the firm''s long-term growth and profitability. The successful candidate will work closely with the Board of Equity Partners while overseeing the day-to-day operation of the finance function. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for: • Leading the firm''s financial strategy and supporting long-term business planning • Preparing budgets, forecasts, management accounts and financial reports • Monitoring cash flow, profitability, WIP, lock-up, debtors and billing performance • Managing payroll, pensions, PAYE, National Insurance and VAT returns • Overseeing year-end accounts and coordinating external audits • Ensuring full compliance with the SRA Accounts Rules and regulatory obligations • Managing client accounts, reconciliations and financial controls • Supporting the firm''s COFA and liaising with reporting accountants and regulatory bodies • Providing commercial financial analysis to support business decisions • Developing financial reporting, KPIs and performance dashboards • Leading, mentoring and developing the finance team • Assisting with day-to-day legal cashier duties where required Requirements • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) or significant ..... full job details .....