Strategic Management Accountant – Law Firm Finance

Clear IT Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing law firm in Bromley is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their Accounts team. In this hands-on role, you'll prepare monthly management accounts, manage payroll, and produce insightful variance analysis. The position requires 3–5 years of management accounting experience, advanced Excel skills, and a solid understanding of accounting principles. This role offers visibility across the business in a professional and supportive environment, making it ideal for those who enjoy both technical and operational finance tasks.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in management accounting or financial management.
• Proven payroll processing experience with strong compliance awareness.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow.
• Produce variance analysis and commentary for senior team.
• Manage cash flow management and forecasting.

Skills

Management accounting

Payroll processing

Accounting principles

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Legal accounting systems

Education

Qualified or part-qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Proclaim

Actionstep

Job description

A growing law firm in Bromley is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their Accounts team. In this hands-on role, you'll prepare monthly management accounts, manage payroll, and produce insightful variance analysis. The position requires 3–5 years of management accounting experience, advanced Excel skills, and a solid understanding of accounting principles. This role offers visibility across the business in a professional and supportive environment, making it ideal for those who enjoy both technical and operational finance tasks.