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Co-Founder & Director at Optimise by Recruitment
One of the foremost legal firms in the East Midlands is seeking a strategic Finance Director to provide financial oversight and drive business growth.
This role serves as a strategic partner to the Chief Operations Officer, Senior Leadership Team, and Designated Members, ensuring financial stability and growth. The Finance Director will play a leading role in developing strategies by providing in-depth analysis and facilitating evidence-based decision-making. The role will also focus on identifying cost-saving initiatives and supporting business expansion.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee all financial operations and long-term financial planning.
* Provide financial performance reports, projections, and strategic insights to the Senior Leadership Team.
* Prepare short and long-term financial forecasts for internal and external use.
* Oversee audit and tax functions, coordinate activities with external audit firms, and review performance.
* Implement and maintain financial policies and procedures for accounting and administration.
* Lead the budgeting process, guiding cross-functional teams in financial planning and reporting.
* Conduct balance sheet analysis and drive cost efficiencies.
* Ensure compliance with corporate financial law and risk management practices.
* Support leadership in strategic financial decision-making.
The Ideal Candidate:
* Previous experience in a Finance Director or CFO role, ideally in professional services.
* Strong understanding of financial management principles, forecasting, and analysis.
* Experience implementing accounting and financial software solutions.
* Strong analytical, presentation, and influencing skills at a senior/board level.
* Ability to work independently while collaborating with key stakeholders.
* A personable and engaging leader who fits well with the company's culture.
* 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Birthday + Christmas shutdown.
* A flexible working environment, with remote work options.
* Rewards Gateway (Well-being & Financial Support Platform).
* Company Sick Pay.
* Two Annual Company Events.
* A dynamic and welcoming workplace with a team-oriented environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Director looking for a part-time role with strategic influence, a collaborative culture, and flexibility. If you have the expertise to drive financial success, we’d love to hear from you!
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing, Finance, and Strategy/Planning
Industries
Legal Services and Law Practice
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