12-Month FTC: Assistant Financial Controller at top International Law firm, to £70,000

Our International law firm client is looking for an Assistant Financial Controller to assist in the management and development of the London Finance team on an initial 12-Month FTC. This role will be working on the production of the annual audited Financial Statements, managing the annual audit process, preparation of the annual budget, partner compensation model, partner related data, quarterly distribution schedules, partner leaving statements, partner related data, financial data for insurance renewals and quarterly distribution schedules. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who can manage the reconciliation of various Elite general ledger control accounts, managing the preparation and reconciliation of VAT returns and involvement in the development of the Firm’s new PMS. Responsibilities will also include day-to-day managerial responsibility of the London Financial Accounting Team, including their recruitment, training and development, overseeing the day-to-day running and development of the expense management system, managing the preparation of the monthly profit and loss account, assisting in ensuring the smooth financial integration of current and future overseas operations, the development of the department’s intranet content, working closely with the Tax Team and review and authorise office and client account payments. Our client is looking for a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with a minimum of 3-year PQE, knowledge of UK GAAP and someone who is highly PC literate, especially Excel. They would also like candidates with experience working within professional services who can motivate and inspire the Financial Accounting Team. The core hours for this role are 9:30am – 5:30pm and it is paying up to £70,000.