My client is looking for a Financial Controller on a part time basis, to join their growing law firm in Brighton, East Sussex.

This role combines hands-on responsibility with strategic influence — working closely with the Board of Directors to deliver key financial insights, ensure compliance, and support the firm’s continued growth.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone commercially minded, detail-oriented, and eager to play a pivotal role in shaping a modern, growing law firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full finance function, including billing, credit control, accounts payable, payroll, management accounts, and financial systems.

• Prepare monthly management accounts, P&L statements, and cashflow forecasts; present findings to the Board.

• Manage and review the work of the Finance Assistant.

• Ensure compliance with SRA (Solicitors Regulation Authority) standards.

• Lead on VAT returns, audits, and year-end reporting.

• Support strategic planning, budgeting, and process improvement initiatives.

• Implement and enhance financial systems and workflows for greater efficiency.

About You

• ACA part-qualified or equivalent.

• Proven senior-level finance experience (law firm background preferred but not essential).

• Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver meaningful financial insights.

• High level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail.

• Proficient in Excel and experienced in managing multiple priorities.

• Demonstrated success in process improvement and systems implementation.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.

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