Finance Manager - Prestigious Family Law Firm At FGD, we’re not your typical law firm. We are a bold, progressive team who work hard, care deeply, and actually love what we do. We champion innovation, put people first (our clients, community, and each other), and pride ourselves on being paperless, adaptable, and ahead of the curve.

We only hire the best, and then give them the support, career growth, and generous remuneration they deserve.

The Role The Finance Manager is responsible for the effective management of FGD's day-to-day financial operations and the provision of accurate, timely and meaningful financial information to support the management of the firm.

The role combines hands-on financial management and accounting responsibilities with reporting, analysis and process improvement. The Finance Manager will have ownership of the day-to-day finance function, while working closely with the CEO, Finance Partner, finance team and broader management.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is comfortable taking responsibility for the numbers and reporting, while also being willing and able to undertake day-to-day accounts work.

Manage the day-to-day financial operations of the firm.

Prepare and analyse accurate and timely weekly, monthly and quarterly financial reports.

Monitor financial performance and identify significant trends, variances and issues.

Prepare reports and analysis for the CEO, leadership team and relevant managers.

Coordinate the preparation of budgets and forecasts and monitor performance against budget.

Provide practical financial analysis and insights to support business decision-making.





Maintain accurate financial records and ensure appropriate financial controls are in place.

Assist with the preparation of financial information for management and external reporting requirements.

Accounts & Transactional Finance Oversee and undertake accounts payable and accounts receivable functions as required.

Manage bank reconciliations and reconciliation of financial accounts.

Monitor outstanding debtors and assist to follow up outstanding accounts.

Process and review invoices, payments and receipts.

Manage multiple bank accounts and ensure transactions are accurately recorded.

Manage month-end processes and assist with year-end requirements.

Undertake day-to-day accounting tasks when required to support the broader finance function.

Payroll, Tax & Compliance Oversee and review the accurate and timely processing of payroll and superannuation.

Assist with BAS, tax and other statutory reporting and obligations.

Liaise with external accountants and advisers as required.

Coordinate audit and year-end requirements.

Ensure financial processes comply with relevant legislation, accounting requirements and FGD policies.

Support legal trust accounting requirements and processes, where applicable.

Systems & Process Improvement Maintain and improve financial systems, processes and procedures.

Identify opportunities to improve efficiency,



accuracy and financial controls.

Assist with the implementation and improvement of finance systems and technology.

Maintain appropriate financial records, documentation and procedures.

Support the effective use of systems including Xero, Actionstep, Excel and other relevant platforms.

Team & Stakeholder Support Provide leadership, guidance and support to members of the accounts team.

Work collaboratively with the CEO, Finance Partner and broader leadership team.

Develop effective working relationships with external accountants, auditors, bankers, suppliers and other stakeholders.

Provide responsive and practical financial support to staff and managers across the firm.

Promote a positive, professional and service-focused approach within the finance function.

Authority and Accountability The Finance Manager is accountable for the accuracy, integrity, timeliness and effective management of the firm's day-to-day financial operations, controls, compliance and reporting.

The role is expected to:

Take ownership of financial processes and follow matters through to completion.

Identify and escalation financial issues, risks and discrepancies appropriately.

Make recommendations for improvements to financial processes and systems.

Exercise appropriate judgement within established policies, procedures and delegated authority.

Escalate significant financial, compliance or commercial matters to the CEO, Finance Partner, or relevant member of the leadership team.

The role operates within delegated authority and works closely with the CEO and Finance Partner, who retain responsibility for the firm's ove

📌 Finance Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Farrar Gesini Dunn
📍 Sydney