My client is a top 20 law firm.
Their London office has first rate working conditions in river fronted offices and they offer one of the best benefits packages in the UK.
They are looking to recruit a Finance Manager to join our dynamic team, where the ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and controlling costs, preparing detailed financial reports, and conducting comprehensive planning and analysis to support the firm's strategic goals and ensure financial stability.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and control cost management processes, ensuring that all expenses are accurately tracked and allocated to the appropriate departments, while also developing and implementing cost control strategies to minimize unnecessary expenditures and optimize resource utilisation.
- Perform detailed cost analysis and cost allocation, identifying areas where costs can be reduced or better managed, and providing recommendations to senior management on how to achieve these savings. Monitor and report on cost deviations and variances, analysing the reasons behind these discrepancies and working with relevant teams to address any issues and prevent future occurrences.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring that all financial data is accurately recorded and presented in a clear and concise manner, while also collaborating with accounting teams to reconcile financial data and resolve any discrepancies.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, adhering to all relevant regulations and standards, and presenting financial findings to stakeholders, including senior management and external auditors, to provide a comprehensive overview of the firm's financial performance.
- Develop financial models to support strategic planning, using advanced analytical techniques to forecast future financial performance and identify potential risks and opportunities. Conduct comprehensive analysis of financial and market trends, staying up-to-date with industry developments and providing insights to senior management on how these trends may impact the firm's financial strategy.
The Candidate
- Degree level candidate with a strong academic background and relevant certifications that demonstrate expertise in financial management.
- Qualified with relevant certifications (e.g., ACA/CIMA/ACCA), indicating a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide clear and actionable recommendations to senior management.
- Proficiency in financial software and MS Office (particularly Excel), with experience using advanced features to analyse and present financial data.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders in a clear and understandable manner.
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