Finance Analyst managing sales forecasts and financial insights for a leading consumer products company. Collaborating with commercial teams to drive profitable growth in the category.
About the role
- Financial Performance Business Partner driving profitability through analysis and coaching within the legal services sector. Collaborating with teams to enhance billing practices and financial strategies.
Responsibilities
- Analyse financial performance across individuals and practice groups, including billing, WIP, recovery rates, and profitability.
- Prepare and present clear, insightful reports for solicitors, team leaders, and senior management.
- Deliver one-to-one coaching and group training on billing, pricing, and financial best practices.
- Monitor at-risk WIP and collaborate with teams to reduce lock-up days and prevent write-offs.
- Partner with Marketing and fee earners on pricing for client pitches and profitability reviews.
- Support strategic initiatives to improve efficiency and financial awareness across the firm.
Requirements
- Strong background in financial analysis, ideally within legal or professional services.
- Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA).
- Proven ability to coach and influence professionals at all levels.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain financial data clearly.
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to performance improvement.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial reporting tools.
Benefits
- Healthcare cash plan with Bupa
- Contributory pension scheme
- 25 days’ annual leave (FTE), plus Bank Holidays
- 2 self-care days per year (FTE)
- 3.5 days paid "close down" days at Christmas
- Personal Development Plan to support your career
- Wellbeing Champions to support your wellbeing within the firm
- Agile/Flexi Working Policy
- Staff events, and an active social committee
- A collaborative and engaging company culture
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