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Responsible for preparation and review of all accounting records for the European and Saudi Arabian offices, and responsible for entity accounts preparation, working closely with the Accounting Manager - Europe, and the Tax Supervisor - Europe.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented and changed as necessary.)

Accounting

• Responsible for preparation of entity accounts working closely with the Accounting Manager - Europe, Director of Finance - Europe and the Firmwide Tax function. This involves preparation and review of statutory format financial statements, audits and responding to queries from external advisers.
• Review revenue and balance sheet reconciliations; analyse and correct discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries.
• Coordinate with teams within the Finance Department as well as Functional Area and Office Leaders to ensure appropriate use of Chart of Accounts as well as accurate GL coding.
• Lead and participate in complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the Finance team as needed.
• Meet accounting operational standards by contributing financial information to strategic plans and reviews, resolving problems, and identifying system improvements.
• Answer accounting procedure questions by researching and interpreting accounting policy and regulations.
• Involvement in outgoing bank payments.
• Input into the firm wide budget process.

Tax Matters

• Ensure all VAT regulations are adhered to with support from Accounting Manager - Europe. Preparation of VAT Returns.
• Lead and support HMRC initiatives and changes - Making Tax Digital, Construction Industry Scheme, Economic Crime Act and the Basis Period Reform.
• Gathering information necessary to support inquiries and audits from various taxing authorities.

Other ad-hoc assignments

• Streamline and enhance processes within the department.
• Act as a back up for other team members during periods of absence and as needed.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organisations.
• Secure financial information by completing document management site backups and following internal controls.
• Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping financial information confidential.
• Support ad-hoc assignments such as partner time reports, insurance renewals and ONS surveys.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Work Experience, Skills

• Proven and progressive experience including working in a fast-paced, challenging professional services environment; experience in a large global law firm would be desirable.
• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Experience and knowledge in European and Cross Border tax is preferred.
• Demonstrated high level of diplomacy, confidentiality, and excellent judgement in navigating sensitive issues; ability to engage teams and collaborate with other teams with the objective of distinctive client services.
• The candidate needs to be a critical thinker who possesses a high level of intellectual curiosity and ability to collaborate effectively with management and the wider finance function.
• Strong Excel knowledge.
• Knowledge of 3E and Chrome River would be an advantage.