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Financial Controller

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted 18 hours ago, valid for 17 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A leading international law firm in London is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee their finance team for the UK and Europe.
  • The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience in the legal or professional services sectors.
  • Key responsibilities include managing the finance team, supporting European offices, monthly reporting, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • The position offers a competitive salary package along with opportunities for internal progression and development.
  • Candidates should have experience with UK GAAP and SAR, and exposure to an international, multi-currency environment.

Your new companyI am working with a leading international law firm who are looking to hire a Financial Controller to join the London finance team in a remit covering the UK and Europe. This is a well renowned firm with a reputation for flexibility and putting their staff first.

Your new roleThis is a broad and varied role with key duties and responsibilities including:

  • Day to day management of the finance team including training and development of staff.
  • Supporting local finance function in the European offices
  • Monthly management reporting and global banking controls
  • Month end close process and commentary
  • Stakeholder management
  • Regulatory and compliance requirements including solicitors accounts rules.
  • Annual financial statements and audit management
  • Budgeting and Forecasting processes

What you'll need to succeedYou will need to be a qualified accountant with proven post qualification experience within the legal or professional services sectors. You will need exposure to working in an international environment with multi-currency exposure. You will need experience of UK GAAP and SAR.

What you'll get in returnYou will be rewarded with a competitive salary package and the chance to work in a leadership role within a leading legal firm. You will get good exposure to senior stakeholders with opportunities for internal progression and development.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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