Finance Manager MI & Reporting

DWF; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global law firm in Manchester is seeking a Finance Manager to enhance reporting capabilities and support operations. You will lead financial reporting efforts and communicate insights to stakeholders. The ideal candidate has strong financial management experience and advanced Excel skills. The position allows hybrid working, requiring two days in the office. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing internal financial reporting and analysis.
• Sound judgement for effective business decision-making.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Experience in Finance MI and reporting projects.
• Project management experience leading teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of financial reporting and maintain finance data.
• Collaborate to implement evolving reporting requirements.
• Drive improvements to streamline finance reporting processes.
• Serve as primary Finance representative for client MI.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver projects and updates.

Skills

Financial reporting

Analytical ability

Stakeholder communication

Excel

SQL

Job description

Why join us?

The Finance team at DWF is looking for an experienced finance professional to join us as a Finance Manager. In this role, you will work within Financial Control to enhance MI and reporting capabilities and implement key processes to support existing operations and future M&A activity.

This position involves timely financial reporting as well as a strategic focus on analysing data, preparing insightful internal reports, and communicating financial insights to stakeholders. A thorough understanding of accounting principles, regulatory compliance, and strong analytical ability will help you succeed.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career with a leading global law firm. The role offers the flexibility of hybrid working, with a requirement of two days per week in our Manchester office.

Responsibilities

Development of MI / Reporting Capabilities

• Ensure timely delivery of current reporting and maintain robust, well-governed finance data.
• Collaborate with the Group Forecasting / MI Manager to design and implement evolving reporting requirements, including tools such as Datarails.
• Drive process improvements by streamlining and automating finance reporting, transforming existing analysis files for greater efficiency and value.
• Perform complex ad-hoc reporting and financial analysis, providing actionable insights to support senior management decision-making.

Client MI

• Serve as the primary Finance representative for producing client MI, including billing details, internal financial information, and data presented to clients.
• Work closely with business stakeholders and the finance systems team to ensure client MI reporting needs are understood and delivered efficiently and accurately.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication

• Partner with key stakeholders across Finance, IT, and other departments to deliver projects and reporting objectives, while providing regular updates to leadership on progress, challenges, and solutions.

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential

• Solid financial background with proven experience in managing internal financial reporting, analysis, and improving processes.
• Commercial awareness and sound judgement to support effective business decision-making in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Advanced Excel skills with excellent analytical ability and attention to detail, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships at all levels.
• Experience in Finance MI, reporting, and data transformation projects, along with proficiency in process mapping and delivery.
• Project management experience, including leading cross-functional teams and driving innovative solutions to enhance processes.

Desirable

• Background in SQL (not essential)

What we offer?

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.

We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

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