Kidwells Solicitors · 13 hours ago
Legal Finance Manager
Hereford, AZ
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelKidwells Solicitors is seeking a Legal Finance Manager responsible for overseeing all client-facing finance and accounting activities of the practice. This role focuses on financial management, compliance with regulations, and providing strategic financial support to senior management and fee earners.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Develop & implement client accounting policies in line with regulatory and firm requirements
Overall management of client accounting and financial controls in accordance with the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules
Oversight of WIP, billing, client balances, disbursements, and credit control
Preparation and presentation of financial reports for SMT and Directors
Providing financial insight and strategic advice to support business planning and decision-making
Ensuring robust AML, fraud prevention, and regulatory compliance frameworks are in place
Provide accurate advice and support in respect of client money, billing arrangements, and compliance requirements
Monitor the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as invoicing and other transactions
Analyse management information, financial data, and performance reports to identify trends, risks, and areas for improvement
Translate financial data into clear forward-looking insight to support Directors with strategic planning and both long-term and short-term operational decisions
Prepare and formally present financial and performance reports to board members/SMT, clearly explaining key variances and implications
Stay up to date with technological advances and accounting software to be used for financial purposes
Establish and maintain financial policies and procedures for the company
Understand and adhere to financial regulations and legislation
Deal with queries regarding cost positions on file and payments
Oversee client credit control
Ensure the firm’s compliance with the SRA while helping protect the firm and its clients from money laundering and fraud
Keep track of banking on a daily basis and record all transactions on the case management system
Deal with enquiries from fee earners and other staff members
Ensure all hardcopy materials containing confidential information are securely stored
Manage disbursement transactions
Make decisions on systems and procedures which may result in certain retainers being declined
Ensure that an anti-money laundering system is in place which does not tend towards regular under-compliance or burdensome over-compliance
Oversee the training and HR needs of all staff
Lead, mentor & develop Finance team members, managing workloads and performance
Act as the primary contact for external auditors & regulators, ensuring smooth audits and inspections
First Aider
Support with SRA guidance, Lexcel and Insurance
Qualification
Required
Accounting or Finance qualification
Financial Management experience
Good analytical skills
Proficiency in accounting software
Diligent and methodical work ethic
Ability to work as part of a team
A positive approach to working under pressure in a busy environment
Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent people skills
Broad knowledge of accounting principles
Computer literacy
Working knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules is essential
Benefits
Onsite parking at our Hereford office
24/7 access to our fully equipped onsite gym
Paid bank holidays
Company
Kidwells Solicitors
In 2008, Kidwells Law Solicitors was established in Hereford but has since expanded to Cheltenham and Bristol.
Founded in 2008
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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