Legal Practice Finance Lead

Legal Practice Finance Lead, £40,000, Harrogate

Our client is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to deliver accurate management accounts, maintain robust financial controls, and support strategic decision-making across the business.

This is a great opportunity for someone with accounts experience within the legal sector who is looking to take the next step in their career or seeking a new challenge.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance

Prepare monthly management accounts, journals and reconciliations

Manage payroll and ensure HMRC compliance (VAT, PAYE/NIC, Corporation Tax)

Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis

Assist with year-end accounts and liaise with external auditors

Maintain strong financial controls and implement process improvements

Build effective working relationships with senior stakeholders

Person Specification

AAT qualified or equivalent experience beneficial

Strong financial and management accounting knowledge

Excellent Excel and accounting system skills

High attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines

Confident communicator with a proactive, problem-solving approach

Experience within the legal sector

In return you will be offered

Salary £40,000

Central location within easy access of public transport

Parking available

Friendly and flexible working environment

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

37.5 hour working week

If you are an experienced legal accounts professional looking to progress your career or take on a new challenge, we would welcome your application.