Join Our Team as Head of Finance / Finance Director at Napthens LLP.
Location: Preston Head Office with Hybrid Working
Reports to: Managing Director
Direct Reports: Financial Controller and Head of Credit Control
Salary + bonus scheme + benefits that support your health and wellbeing, hybrid working pattern.
Napthens LLP is a dynamic law firm with a team of around 300 professionals, and six offices across the region. We are committed to delivering exceptional legal services and are looking for a strategic and experienced Finance Director to join our leadership team.
You will lead the financial strategy, management, and planning of the firm, ensuring its financial health, sustainability, and compliance with UK legal standards.
This role demands a strategic thinker with experience in law firm financial management, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency to support our long-term business goals.
Your remit will be wide ranging and include financial strategy & leadership, financial planning & analysis, compliance & risk management, cash flow & financial control, people management and technology & systems.
Key Skills & Competencies
* Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate financial insights clearly to non-financial stakeholders.
* Excellent leadership and management skills, with a record of building and leading high-performing teams.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with lawyers, partners, and external stakeholders.
* Expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and risk management within a legal or professional services environment.
* Advanced knowledge of UK financial regulations, tax law, and the SRA Accounts Rules.
* Strong IT skills, including Excel and legal practice management software.
Qualifications & Experience
* ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent qualified accountant.
* Significant years of post-qualification experience, with time spent in a senior finance role.
* Experience working in a legal firm or professional services environment is essential.
* Strong understanding of the financial challenges and requirements of law firms (e.g., managing client accounts, WIP, billing cycles).
* Proven experience in financial planning, analysis, and business partnering with senior stakeholders.
* Experience with mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate finance activities is desirable.
Personal Attributes
* Results-driven with high levels of integrity and ethical standards.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced legal environment.
* Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a proactive attitude.
* Ability to challenge and influence at all levels of the organisation.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a forward-thinking law firm with a strong reputation and a commitment to excellence.
* Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
* Benefit from a hybrid working model that offers flexibility and work-life balance.
If you are a strategic financial leader with a proven record of driving business success, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join Napthens LLP and make a significant impact on our future.
For more information or an informal confidential conversation about your career, please contact Daniel on 07425 797 217 (Call, Text, or WhatsApp is ok).