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Financial Accountant

Larbey Evans
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£80,000 - £96,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A leading commercial law firm in London is seeking a Financial Accountant to support their Head of Finance.
  • The position offers a salary range of £65,000 to £75,000 and allows for hybrid working with three days in the office and two remote.
  • Candidates should be ACCA/CIMA qualified or part qualified with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a busy finance department within a law firm.
  • The role involves managing cash, preparing management accounts, and leading various financial projects while liaising with auditors and tax advisors.
  • Strong financial analytical skills, excellent Excel and SQL knowledge, and familiarity with SRA, VAT, and AML regulations are essential for this position.

We are currently working with a leading London based commercial law firm who are keen to bring on board a commercially minded Financial Accountant to support their Head of Finance with firmwide financial performance.

Salary £65,000 – 75,000

Hybrid Working – 3 Days Office / 2 Remote

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They are keen to hire a qualified / part qualified Management Accountant with strong financial analytical and SRA knowledge to work on a mix of projects, take the lead on all cash management and preparation of management accounts whilst liaising with auditors and tax advisors. This is a fairly autonomous position and the incoming Financial Accountant will have the opportunity to grow into the role and support the newly promoted Head of Finance with a range or tasks and be able to lead on firmwide projects whilst acting as their ‘Number 2’.

Financial Accountant responsibilities include;

  • P&L forecasts, cash forecasts and updates
  • Statutory financial statements and audit adjustments.
  • Oversee annual income and costs budgets
  • Quarterly Financial Covenants tests to the bank.
  • Supporting the COFA with the SRA and Statutory LLP audits
  • Preparation of Partner drawings schedules and calculating quarterly commission payments
  • Review of the monthly Balance Sheet & bank reconciliations
  • Monthly update of Fee Earner and Support staff headcount listings
  • Managing the Partner’s Capital requirements; liaising with the bank, application for new or increased capital as required.
  • Finance analysis and valuation of WIP & Aged Debts

Financial Accountant requirements;

  • ACCA/CIMA qualified or part qualified
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience working in a busy Finance department in a law firm
  • Excellent working knowledge of Excel and SQL
  • Full SRA, VAT & AML knowledge
  • Experience of running numerous financial based projects
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

To discuss the role further or apply please contact Neil Hagan today!

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