Finance Operations Manager – Professional Services We're looking for an experienced Finance Operations Manager to lead the day-to-day financial activities of a busy professional services firm. This is a fantastic opportunity to oversee a talented finance team, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and drive efficiency across all finance processes. What you'll be doing: Lead and develop a team of finance administrators across billing, credit control, cashiering, and accounts payable Oversee month-end operations and client accounting processes Ensure compliance with AML regulations and professional standards Manage banking relationships, reconciliations, and financial controls Partner with key stakeholders across the firm to resolve financial queries and support audit processes Champion continuous improvement and drive best practice in financial operations Requirements: A professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) Previous experience in a senior finance role, ideally in legal or professional services Strong leadership and team development experience Knowledge of legal finance operations and regulatory compliance Confident with finance systems (Aderant preferred) and Excel You'll thrive in this role if you're: A natural leader with great communication skills Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking Organised, proactive, and process-focused ADZN1_UKTJ