Our client is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to play a central role in driving the firm’s financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making. This position involves acting as a Finance Business Partner, working closely with Partners, Fee Earners, and Heads of Department to provide insight, challenge, and guidance that strengthens commercial outcomes across the firm. The role combines hands-on ownership of ledger management and core financial reporting with forward-looking analysis and business planning. The successful candidate will actively engage with senior stakeholders and will be a key member of the Finance Managers' group, collaborating closely to ensure a cohesive, high-performing finance function. This is a full-time position with responsibilities allocated across various accounting functions.
Job Duties:
- Build strong, trusted relationships with Partners, Fee Earners, and Heads of Department.
- Provide insightful financial analysis, commentary, and recommendations to improve profitability, productivity, and cost efficiency.
- Support practice groups and Business Support teams in understanding performance drivers, trends, and opportunities.
- Present financial information in a clear, commercial, and accessible manner to non-finance stakeholders.
- Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and performance commentary.
- Produce financial key performance indicator (KPI) reports, cost reports, and other internal financial reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Manage and perform all postings to the general ledger, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial data.
- Prepare, maintain, and review accurate balance sheet reconciliations, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Support the Financial Controller and other Finance Managers during periods of absence to ensure continuity of financial operations.
- Ensure timely month-end and year-end close processes.
- Maintain and enhance the firm’s online financial dashboards.
- Liaise with the firm’s third-party dashboard provider to ensure data accuracy and system reliability.
- Lead the annual budgeting cycle in collaboration with Partners and Heads of Department.
- Prepare rolling forecasts and scenario analyses for strategic planning, including cash flow reporting.
- Assist with the preparation and submission of regular compliance returns and support tax return preparation.
- Collaborate with auditors to maintain rigorous financial controls and support the annual audit process.
- Contribute to ad hoc project work across the Finance function, including system implementations and process improvements.
Job Requirements:
- Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- At least 5 years' experience in management accounting and financial analysis, including business partnering.
- Strong commercial acumen and ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
- Advanced Excel and data-analysis skills; experience with dashboarding tools and SQL queries is an advantage.
- Proven ability to manage deadlines, prioritise effectively, and work independently.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the confidence to challenge constructively.
- Desirable: Experience in a professional services or partnership-based environment, ideally legal or offshore financial services.
- Familiarity with financial reporting tools and experience working with multi-jurisdictional teams.
What You’ll Love:
In this role, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to a leading firm, building strong relationships and driving financial performance. Our client fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment, allowing you to engage with senior stakeholders and make a meaningful impact. The firm values continuous improvement and offers the chance to participate in innovative projects, enhancing your skills and career growth. You will be part of a respected Finance Managers group, working alongside talented professionals committed to excellence. The role not only offers great professional challenges but also allows you to contribute to shaping the future financial strategies of the firm. This is an exceptional opportunity to work within an established organisation that values integrity and accountability.
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