Finance Director/ Head of Finance

22 hours ago


Old Swan Merseyside, United Kingdom CEL Solicitors Full time

Legal Services

We are seeking a highly capable and commercially minded Head/Director Finance with a strong background in financial control, forecasting, and operational finance. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven experience working within law firms or professional services environments. This role combines strategic oversight with hands on financial control and requires exceptional attention to detail, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to drive financial performance across the business.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates seeking either a Head of Finance or Finance Director role, with the final title determined by the level of experience they bring.

CEL Solicitors is on a huge growth trajectory with a plan to be the UK’s number one consumer law firm that is renowned, nationally, for legal services and financial complaints.

Strategic Financial Leadership

Lead the firm’s financial strategy, ensuring strong financial governance and long-term sustainability.
Provide expert financial insight to Partners and senior leadership to support decision-making.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning for the firm.
Identify opportunities for financial improvement, efficiency, and growth.

Financial Control & Reporting

Act as a robust Financial Controller, ensuring accurate, timely production of monthly management accounts and year-end financial statements.
Maintain strong financial controls, internal processes, and compliance procedures.
Manage cashflow, working capital, and treasury functions.
Oversee SRA Accounts Rules compliance and coordinate annual audits.

Forecasting & Analysis

Build and maintain advanced forecasting models in Excel, including revenue, cost, and cashflow projections.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insight.
Deliver variance analysis and recommendations to support strategic planning.

Operational Finance

Oversee billing, credit control, and financial operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
Work closely with department heads to monitor financial performance and profitability.
Support pricing strategies, fee-earner performance analysis, and matter-level profitability.

Manage and mentor the finance team, providing guidance and developing capabilities.
Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) – strongly preferred.
Robust financial controller background with strong technical accounting skills.
Advanced Excel skills including financial modelling, pivot tables, and complex formulas.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly.
Experience managing finance teams and implementing improved processes.
Knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules – desirable.

Private Health Care

Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Leave

Bike 2 Work

Paid Exam Leave

Birthday Day Off

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Christmas Closure (on top of your annual leave allowance)

Early Finish Fridays

Work from Home days


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