Finance Manager – Kent

The Role

• Lead and supervise a small finance and cashiering team.

• Oversee client and office accounts, ensuring SRA Accounts Rules compliance.

• Review reconciliations, client ledgers, payments, and transfers.

• Monitor aged and residual client balances.

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.

• Manage billing, WIP, and debtor control.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

• Oversee VAT, payroll, supplier payments, and general finance processes.

• Liaise with external accountants and auditors.

• Support the Managing Partner and partners with financial matters.

• Maintain strong financial controls and identify process improvements.

• Support the firm's finance systems and reporting processes.

About You

• Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA accountant with law firm experience.

• Strong knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules.

• Experience in legal cashiering and client account management.

• Previous experience managing or supervising a finance team.

• Strong Excel and financial reporting skills.

• Experience with legal practice management or accounting systems.

• Excellent attention to detail and understanding of financial controls.

• Confidence to work directly with partners, fee earners, and senior management.

What's on Offer

Based in Tunbridge Wells, with occasional travel to other offices, this role offers a competitive salary and the chance to take ownership of the finance function.

Why This Role

This position is ideal for a legal finance professional seeking to lead a finance function within a respected law firm.