Job Description

This role will be working closely with the Partners, to provide full management of the finance function, supporting the UK and German arms of the business.

Responsibilities

• Management of the finance function and finance team (x4), proactively reviewing team operations and performance 
• Management of the finance and accounting systems, proactively reviewing the Firm’s systems ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• All financial record keeping 
• All financial reporting within the Firm’s business structure, including partnership accounting; analysis and advice
• Monthly management accounts; analysis and advice 
• Preparation of annual budgets, financial planning and cash-flow forecasting
• Providing professional guidance to the business owners 
• Liaising with group companies in Germany and China, providing assistance with any reporting requirements and tax submissions
• Carrying out treasury management functions, managing overseas payments and UK deposits 
• Working with external accountants and other external advisors
• Conducting ad hoc reviews of any area of particular concern to the Firm that may be impacting upon profitability

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Qualified Chartered Accountant
• Significant experience in an accounting role
• Significant experience working with financial and accounting systems
• Relevant experience managing a team / managing people
• Experience working with partnerships is essential
• Experience working in the IP sector would be advantageous, but not essential
• Knowledge of German professional practice accounting would be advantageous, but not essential.