Overview
Head of Finance Jobs in London Area, United Kingdom at Birchrose Associates
Title: Head of Finance
Company: Birchrose Associates
Location: London Area, United Kingdom
Our Client, a Growing UK Law Firm, is Seeking a Head of Finance
The Firm
Our client, a well-established and growing UK law firm, is looking for a Head of Finance. The firm operates across several locations and provides a full range of legal services, with a strong emphasis on quality client service, operational efficiency, and sound financial management.
The Opportunity
The firm is seeking a Head of Finance to take full ownership of the finance function, reporting directly to the Managing Partner. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on financial management, ensuring strong control, compliance, and commercial insight across the business. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the firm’s finance function
- Producing management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow analysis
- Providing financial insight, analysis, and recommendations to partners
- Overseeing financial controls, compliance, VAT, payroll, and year-end audit processes
- Managing WIP, debtor performance, and overall cash flow
- Acting as COFA and ensuring full compliance with SRA Accounts Rules
- Overseeing legal cashiering, including client account management and reconciliations
- Reviewing and authorising financial transactions, maintaining regulatory standards
- Supporting the transition from an outsourced finance model to a fully in-house function
- Contributing to pricing, profitability analysis, and wider business planning initiatives
This Head of Finance position is a full time, permanent role, working Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 5:30pm
Requirements
- Previous experience within a law firm environment (desirable)
- Commercially aware with excellent communication, stakeholder management, and Microsoft Excel skills, alongside a proactive mindset and ability to identify process improvements
Vacancy highlights
- Hybrid working (3 days based in the office and 2 days working from home)
- Target-related Bonus Scheme
- Free training and Development Opportunities
To be considered for this Head of Finance opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
