Financial Accountant

The role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Account to join our Finance team on a 6 month fixedterm contract.

The Financial Accountants are responsible for the provision of management accounting; financial compliance and financial control services including budgeting reporting VAT compliance balance sheet reconciliations and analysis for UK Luxembourg Ireland and the USA. The role also involves providing commercial analysis and advice to support the Global Business Services Directors. This includes monthend analysis and review support through the budget process as well as adhoc queries and general financial analysis.

This role will also help with project work in particular help with testing reviewing processes and updating key reconciliations in preparation for the implementation of a new finance system 3E).

The successful candidate will join a team of two other Financial Accountants who report into the UK Financial Controller. Youll be part of the wider Finance team which is spread throughout most of Simmons & Simmons international offices. Therefore there is a requirement for teamwork and sharing of information within this team to ensure a consistent approach is adopted.

What will you do:

• You will be responsible for the timely preparation of the monthly management accounts for all groups within the UK; Luxembourg Ireland and the USA.

• You will be responsible for the review of all monthly entries and includes producing detailed transactional and summary reports to send to budget holders.

• You will be responsible for reconciling the balance sheets monthly.

• The role will have responsibility for specific Business Services functions which will require a good understanding of all budgeted and actual expenditure to monitor variances.

• You will hold monthly meetings with the budget holders to review variances and identify any issues ensuring corrective action is taken where necessary.

• As part of financial accounting; compliance and control you will have responsibility for the following: fixed assets accounting for additions and depreciation including budgeting;review of Interoffice posting;preparation of the quarterly VAT returns; cashflow reporting; project accounting; and you will assist in the preparation of the statutory accounts information and will prepare analysis required for the annual audit.

• Assist with testing reviewing processes and updating key reconciliations as part of the implementation of a new ERP system.

• This role is responsible for providing support to particular Business Services functions in the preparation of their annual plans and budgets.

• This role will involve a review of assumptions made discussions with budget holders and the preparation of summary analysis and commentary.

• This role is responsible for coordinating the provision of the necessary information analysis explanation and support to the directors in managing their departments. This individual will act as a main point of contact within Finance for the specific Business Service functions.

What we are looking for:

• Qualified in a recognised professional accounting qualification (ideally with 2 years post qualification experience)

• University degree 2.2 or above)

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills is essential (both formulae and working logic)

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft office products

• Knowledge of General Ledger and reporting systems

• Strong technical accounting knowledge maintains awareness of changes to UK GAAP and understands the consequences of such changes.

• Strong written skills with documents produced clearly presented

• Excellent oral communication skills with the ability to work with remote team members

• Able to prioritise workload to meet daily monthly quarterly and annual deadlines

Here at Simmons & Simmons:

Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters you will work on inspirational and thoughtprovoking projects using your influence to create positive impact for our clients society and the planet. We also ensure that everyones voice is heard from day one irrespective of job title qualification or background. Youll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities you will be provided with a platform to excel enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.

Some key information:

• We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level private medical insurance and pension contribution.

• Our global skills academy provides our people regardless of their role and location with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops podcasts short videos and practical learning experiences).

• We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands.

• We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with nontraditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance expand and differentiate the Simmons offering.

• We are proud to rank as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.

• We have a range of social and sports committees summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers.

• We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture.

• All UK offices have their own artwork collections including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a longstanding history in supporting the art community especially upandcoming artists.

• We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firms mission and support the delivery of our Business Plan shaping the future of our nextgeneration law firm.

Equal opportunities:

We are committed to fostering equality diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to:

• Upholding equal opportunities regardless of race ethnicity religion belief age disability sexual orientation sex gender reassignment gender identity marital status or pregnancy including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces along with their families.

• Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require.

• Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know so we can meet your needs.

• We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview.

We encourage you to apply even if you dont meet every single requirement. We are looking for individuals who are passionate and eager to learn and grow with us. Your unique experiences and perspectives could be a great addition to our team.

If youre interested in finding out more about this positionplease contact the Recruitment Team . To apply for the role click on the link at the bottom of the page or visit our career page for more details.