Finance Manager - Finance

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Manager in our Belfast Finance Department. This role is an excellent opportunity for a bright and ambitious individual, who wants the opportunity to develop their skills in a top tier Corporate Law firm. This role is supported by the Dublin Finance Department.

Duties and responsibilities

Financial reporting and regulatory compliance

• Preparation and analysis of quarterly management accounts
• Preparation of annual budgets
• Monthly cashflow preparation
• Co-ordinating and completion of audits, including annual external audit, Law Society SRA audit, and other audits as they arise
• Ensuring compliance with statutory reporting requirements
• Ensuring compliance with tax regulations and filing of tax returns, including VAT and Income Tax
• Liaising with Law Society and ensuring compliance with Solicitors Account Regulations, including management of client accounts
• Review of bank reconciliations
• Management of client deposit accounts
• Liaising with relationship managers in the bank

Team Leadership

• Managing Accounts Payable and Client Accounting team
• Processing payments
• Reviewing aged accounts payable

Other

• Supporting month end billing and the wider finance team where necessary
• Preparation and review of audit confirmation letters
• Ad hoc queries received from Partners and Solicitors

Skills and experience required

• Qualified Accountant, minimum 2 years post qualification experience
• Previous experience in a finance department in professional services would be preferable
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team
• Effective time management skills
• Previous experience in a busy finance department highly desirable

A&L Goodbody offers you the opportunity to advance your career and develop your expertise. We provide a supportive environment which encourages our people to achieve their ambitions.