Finance Manager

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Supervisor to join our busy Accounts Team based in Cwmbran.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid background in legal finance and a thorough understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules (SAR). The ideal candidate will also have experience in supervising and developing a small team within a professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Working as part of a small, friendly team, your role will include (but is not limited to):

• Handling accounts queries
• Reconciling client accounts
• Processing staff expenses
• Maintaining and posting direct debits & standing orders
• Managing incoming client monies
• Daily bank statement postings
• Inputting high volumes of TT and BACS payments
• Handling client-to-office account transfers in line with SAR
• Bill posting and completion pack processing
• Managing daily banking including issuing cheques and payments
• Supporting and updating the purchase ledger
• Processing and receiving card payments
• Monitoring and reporting client balances
• Addressing staff queries regarding ledgers
• Responding to telephone queries and managing administrative tasks

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Preparing monthly financial reports for Partners/Management
• Attending board meetings as required
• Liaising with external accountants to ensure timely compliance
• Overseeing payroll processing
• Supervising and mentoring a team of legal cashiers

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience supervising a finance team, ideally within a legal environment
• A strong working knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Familiarity with legal case management systems
• Excellent communication skills and a strong drive to provide outstanding service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools

This is a full-time, office-based role offering a supportive work environment, the opportunity to take on real responsibility, and the chance to make a significant impact in a well-established organisation.