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Financial Accountant

London Permanent £75,000 - £85,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a skilled Financial Accountant to join an international, private practice law firm, based out of their London head office. This role requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with relevant standards.
  • Opportunity to join a leading international law firm
  • Permanent contract, offering hybrid working and competitive benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international law firm with over 15 offices worldwide, committed to driving continued growth through the expansion of its finance team. Renowned for its strong reputation and supportive culture, the firm is dedicated to developing its people and fostering long-term success.

Job Description

  • Preparation and oversight of accounts for the UK & EU LLP and subsidiaries, working across both cash and accrual accounting, and liaising with professional advisors as needed.
  • Responsible for preparing tax computations for the two LLPs and relevant subsidiaries.
  • Manage the preparation and submission of group VAT returns.
  • Develop strong relationships with professional advisors and actively participate in networking sessions and roundtable discussions.
  • Monitor and assess regulatory, financial, legal, and tax changes that could impact the Firm, ensuring timely investigation and response.
  • Ensure adherence to finance policies and best practice principles across the Accounts function.
  • Continuously review systems and processes to enhance efficiency and manage risk, identifying and implementing improvements, including the adoption of AI-driven solutions where appropriate.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Financial Accountant should have:

  • ACCA or ACA qualified, with 4+ years post-qualification experience (PQE).
  • Strong financial accounting standards and legislation, including IFRS, LLP SORP, UK GAAP, (SRA client account rule would be advantageous)
  • Background in professional services (ie. LLP, Private Law Practice, Accountancy Practice)
  • Advanced Excel skills, with strong analytical and reconciliation capabilities.
  • Highly organised team player with exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering work to the highest standard.
  • Adaptable and flexible, able to manage changing priorities and deadlines, and eager to take ownership and responsibility.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven project management ability, with experience handling multiple deadlines effectively.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from £75,500 to £85,500.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, performance-based bonus and hybrid working.
  • Opportunity to work in a professional services environment in London.
  • Supportive and collaborative company culture.
Contact
Izzy Davies
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6917369
Phone number
+44 207 269 2185

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Accounting
Sector
Business Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Izzy Davies
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2185
Job reference
JN-012026-6917369