Job Description

The Management Accountant reports directly to the Finance Manager.

The role

• Experienced Management Accountant working in a law firm or professional services environment
• Experience of process mapping and improvement would be particularly beneficial
• Up to date technical knowledge on VAT
• Ideally knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Knowledge of Chrome River, Sage and Aderant advantageous but not essential.

Specific duties include:

• Production of monthly Consolidated Management Accounts
• Supporting variance analysis
• Balance Sheet reconciliations
• Reports of Actual Sped vs Budget
• Inter-company reconciliations and recharges
• Ensure all balance sheet control accounts are properly maintained
• Production of UK VAT Returns and EC Sales List
• Oversee Supplier Ledgers (which includes disbursements and expenses) ensuring they are accurate, up to date and paid within terms or firm policy.
• Responsible for maintenance of supplier records
• Assisting with Month End close
• Supporting with annual audit
• Supporting and assisting the Finance Manager as required

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities