Finance Manager - Legal
Legal People ·www.legalpeople.com.au
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About the role
As Finance Manager for a successful commercial law firm you will be responsible for providing all financial information paramount to making sound business decisions, including high level financial analysis and reporting.
What's on offer
On offer is a highly competitive remuneration package (commensurate with current market rates), great benefits and flexible and hybrid work options. You will also profit from the firm's excellent resources and supportive work environment while being being meaningfully engaged in your role.
Duties
In this role, you will:-
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years accounting experience in a supervisory role, preferably gained within the legal industry or similar professional services environment. You will also have:-
Our client is a highly successful inner-city commercial law firm that promotes an inclusive and collaborate workplace and are known for their positive, cohesive and support work culture. Their offices are conveniently located within short walking distance of public transport, shops and restaurants.
To apply online, please click on the apply now button.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact
Laine McKenzie | Principal Consultant
c/- Legal People
M: 0416 127 656
Ref No: 4053738
As Finance Manager for a successful commercial law firm you will be responsible for providing all financial information paramount to making sound business decisions, including high level financial analysis and reporting.
What's on offer
On offer is a highly competitive remuneration package (commensurate with current market rates), great benefits and flexible and hybrid work options. You will also profit from the firm's excellent resources and supportive work environment while being being meaningfully engaged in your role.
Duties
In this role, you will:-
- Take responsibility for day-to-day operational tasks
- Identify areas for investment, cost review and operational improvements
- Complete the annual budget process
- Conduct periodic forecasting and regular analysis of operations performance
- Supervise and mentor a small team of highly capable accounts clerks
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years accounting experience in a supervisory role, preferably gained within the legal industry or similar professional services environment. You will also have:-
- High level and proven understanding of accounting practices
- Strong analytical and numeracy skills
- Strong computing skills including MS Office Suite (particularly Excel)
- Experience with Accounting & Practice Management systems (Open Practice experience ideal but not essential)
- Working knowledge of trust accounting rules & regulations
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation
- Effective and motivational leadership skills to foster teamwork across all functions of the accounts department and firm-wide
- Previous involvement in change management including reviewing accounts processes and providing recommendations for improvement
- AML certification
- CPA or CA qualifications (desirable, but not essential)
Our client is a highly successful inner-city commercial law firm that promotes an inclusive and collaborate workplace and are known for their positive, cohesive and support work culture. Their offices are conveniently located within short walking distance of public transport, shops and restaurants.
To apply online, please click on the apply now button.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact
Laine McKenzie | Principal Consultant
c/- Legal People
M: 0416 127 656
Ref No: 4053738
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Who is hiring for the Finance Manager - Legal role?
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Where is the Finance Manager - Legal job located?
The Finance Manager - Legal role with Legal People is based in Melbourne -CBD, VIC, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Finance Manager - Legal role remote?
Yes — the Finance Manager - Legal position at Legal People is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
Is the Finance Manager - Legal role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Legal People.
What experience level is the Finance Manager - Legal role?
The Finance Manager - Legal position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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