Job description

Management Accountant/Finance Manager - Newtownards - Scaling Law Firm

VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with an innovative scaling Legal firm with multiple sites in Greater Belfast to recruit a commercially astute Management Accountant/Finance Manager to take on a pivotal role within the business to lead the finance team.

What's in it for you?

Competitive salary and benefits package
Sit as part of the leadership team
Career progression

The Role

Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts and financial statements.
Departmental cost analysis.
Recruitment cost analysis.
Develop and document streamlined financial processes and controls.
Analyse financial data to identify trends and support business decisions.
Coordinate and support the accounts team, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
Oversee the implementation of the Proclaim accounts system within the department.
Provide training and mentoring to team members, supporting their professional development. Create cultural change in the accounts department.
Assess current resource requirements and produce a skills matrix with gap analysis.
Make recommendations for future team structure and capability.
Support preparation for audits and liaise with internal/external auditors as required.

The Person

Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role, ideally in a leadership role within a legal or professional services environment.
Proven experience in preparing accounts from trial balance through to balance sheet.
Experience of coordinating or managing a busy accounts department or team of at least 3 people.
Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Proficiency in accounting software

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Finance job in Northern Ireland, apply via the link below or contact Joanne Gordon for a confidential chat today.

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