Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Core
Lead overall financial management and strategic direction for a law firm, serving the Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
Role type
Senior IC Chief Financial Officer (Legal Services)
Builds
Firm-wide financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and operational efficiency
Domain
Legal services / Professional services
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, accounting principles, financial reporting, risk management, team leadership, regulatory compliance, cost reduction, revenue enhancement
Preferred skills
Legal industry experience, MBA or postgraduate qualification
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop and implement financial strategy including budgeting and forecasting; Oversee financial operations including accounting, treasury, tax, and risk management; Provide financial analysis and reporting to the Executive Committee and Board; Manage and develop the finance team; Ensure compliance with financial regulations; Identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue enhancement; Provide strategic financial advice to support business development
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC