Practice Manager

An established and successful law firm is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to work closely with the Partners, taking responsibility for the firm''s finance function, operational performance and regulatory compliance.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working beyond the numbers. You''ll play a key role in managing the financial performance of the firm while driving operational improvements and supporting the Partners with strategic decision-making.Reporting directly to the Partners, your responsibilities will include:Producing monthly management accounts, financial reports and KPI dashboards.Managing budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and working capital.Monitoring profitability by department, fee earner and matter, providing commercial insight to support business decisions.Overseeing the firm''s finance function, including billing, credit control, purchase ledger and payroll.Managing the firm''s annual budgeting process and liaising with external accountants and auditors.Ensuring compliance with SRA Accounts Rules, VAT and other regulatory requirements.Developing and improving financial controls, reporting processes and practice management systems.Supporting the Partners with strategic planning, business growth initiatives and financial analysis.Managing supplier relationships, facilities and the day-to-day operations of the practice.Leading and developing the finance and administration teams.You''ll ideally be an ..... full job details .....