Financial Accountant

Our client is an international law firm with offices in Asia and London. They are an award-winning practice featuring in the Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work For and numerous other industry specific awards.

They have a flexible benefits package that includes 25 days holiday with ability to buy more, in-house doctor, good pension scheme, private medical insurance, subsidised gym membership and dental cover. Their hybrid working policy is 2 days in the office.

Due to an internal promotion, they are seeking a talented and motivated Financial Accountant to join their high-performing finance team in a broad, hands-on role offering excellent exposure and long-term progression.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant (ICAEW, ACCA or equivalent), including those who are newly qualified, to develop within a collaborative and supportive environment. The team particularly values candidates from a smaller accountancy practice with well-rounded experience, though applicants from the legal sector are also encouraged to apply.

The Role

You will play a key role in delivering a high-quality accounting service, supporting both core financial processes and wider business initiatives. The position offers strong variety, autonomy and the chance to contribute to process improvements and projects.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and post monthly accruals and prepayments

Maintain the fixed asset register

Perform bank reconciliations and postings

Coordinate and review monthly P&L and balance sheet reconciliations

Support the preparation and submission of quarterly VAT/GST returns

Lead the preparation of annual group and statutory accounts, liaising with external auditors

Support FP&A with budgeting and financial analysis

Deliver ad hoc reporting, analysis, and respond to information requests

Identify and implement improvements to processes, systems, and reporting

Contribute to finance projects and change initiatives

Skills & Experience

Qualified accountant with a strong background in both financial and management accounting

Experience within the legal sector is advantageous, though not essential

Exposure to group reporting and consolidation processes would be beneficial

Working knowledge of IFRS 16 lease accounting standards is desirable

Familiarity with multi-entity structures and foreign currency environments is preferred

Proficient in Excel, with at least an intermediate level of capability

Experience using practice management systems (such as Aderant) is an advantage

Knowledge of SQL would be a plus, but not a requirement

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Curious, proactive approach with a willingness to take initiative and ownership of tasks

Why Apply?

Excellent opportunity for career progression, with this role arising due to internal promotions

Broad, hands-on exposure across finance

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Ideal for someone seeking a long-term career move with growth potential