Finance Manager

Senior Recruitment Consultant William James Recruitment

Providing exceptional candidates to top law firms across the UK.

The Role

Finance Manager - Up to £40,000 salary

A leading law firm in Preston is on the lookout for a dynamic, commercially minded Finance Manager to join its high-performing team, working directly with the Finance Director. You’ll play a key role in how the firm understands its numbers, turning financial data into powerful insights that drive smarter business decisions and future growth.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the delivery of accurate, insightful financial reports that tell the real story behind performance
• Streamline, automate, and modernise finance processes to unlock more value
• Enhance MI and data tools to give leadership smarter, faster insights
• Partner across Finance, IT, and Operations to deliver bolder reporting capabilities
• Provide strategic analysis and commentary that shape commercial decisions

What You’ll Bring

• Strong financial background and experience in reporting, analysis, and process improvement
• Advanced Excel skills and a passion for turning data into decisions
• Commercial acumen, sound judgement, and great communication skills
• A track record of driving change and delivering measurable results

Why Join?

• Be part of a top-tier regional firm that’s investing in innovation and growth
• Enjoy hybrid working and real flexibility
• Work in a culture that values ideas, collaboration, and development
• Build your path to leadership in a supportive, forward-thinking environment

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone. There is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Tara Halliwell (Retained Consultant)

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