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About the Role

Oversee European financial operations, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, treasury, revenue control, and reporting/planning. Responsible for short and long-term planning, operational processes, and controls in London and European offices. Manage staffing, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations. Serve as a liaison to the head office finance team and senior Business Services directors.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day finance operations and staff for London, Brussels, and Frankfurt offices.
Oversee European general ledger/balance sheet accounts and liaise with head office for reconciliations.
Coordinate European revenue and expense/capital planning and forecasting.
Provide monthly reporting of European financial results and reconcile variances.
Oversee local treasury functions and cash flow management.
Prepare annual partnership tax returns.
Oversee preparation of locally prepared VAT returns.
Act as COFA, responsible for client money procedures, controls, and the annual SAR audit.
Manage working capital and oversee European billing and revenue control.
Provide input on pricing and matter planning decisions.
Ensure compliance with local and firmwide procedures, internal controls, and policies.
Implement best practices, ensuring proper documentation and training.
Oversee the implementation and rollout of financial software and applications in European offices.
Liaise with outside tax accountants and Firmwide Director of Taxation for timely financial information.
Provide reporting for European Senior Management and Business Services.
Support European Senior Management during strategic review and planning.
Support special projects or initiatives directed by firm management and partners.

Requirements

Demonstrable experience in all aspects of accounting and financial functions, including budgeting, financial statement preparation, general accounting, accounts payable, billing, collections, and financial analysis.
Prior experience in a management role within a law firm or professional services firm.
Extensive experience with Elite 3E or similar ERP system and related solutions.

Skills

Effective team leadership
Decision-making
Coaching
Mentoring
Consultative skills
Problem-solving skills
Discretion and independent judgment
Excellent written and verbal communication
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Exceptional analytical skills
Organisational skills
Prioritisation skills
Project management skills
Ability to work under pressure with interruptions and tight deadlines
Ability to make high-level decisions
Ability to deliver difficult messages
Ability to work effectively with others
Creativity
Intellectual curiosity
High performance standards
Achievement orientation
Ability to act in a fair, equitable, and professional manner
High degree of integrity, autonomy, and independence
Well-developed presentation skills

Location

London
Brussels
Frankfurt

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Director

Education Level

UK equivalent of a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related discipline