Financial Accountant

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 Chancery Lane 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

Location: London, GB

Posted Date: 1/11/2025