Accountant – Financial Control and Partnership Accounting

Accountant – Financial Control and Partnership Accounting Key Responsibilities

• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.
• Use Emburse and Elite 3E systems effectively.
• Support the Tax Enquiry Fee Protection (TEFP) process, including identifying and implementing process improvements.
• Complete the monthly TEFP bank reconciliation.
• Prepare and post monthly journals, ensuring appropriate supporting documentation is maintained.
• Assist with and review the coding of purchase ledger invoices prior to posting.
• Prepare monthly property cost accruals, working closely with the Financial Planning, Reporting and Analysis Manager to ensure accuracy.
• Account for leases, dilapidations, and rent-free periods across offices.
• Post fixed asset additions, maintain and review fixed asset schedules, and reconcile the general ledger to the Xero fixed asset register.
• Prepare and post monthly prepayments, submitting them for review to the Assistant Manager (FCPA).
• Maintain general ledger codes, review monthly overhead costs, and correct mis‑posted transactions.
• Perform ad hoc management information analysis (e.g. assisting with ONS surveys and PSA returns).
• Raise sundry invoices within the finance system.
• Maintain supplier and staff expense bank details within the finance system.
• Support the annual audit process and preparation of tax schedules.
• Provide ad hoc support to the Assistant Manager (FCPA).
• Continuously monitor risk and controls within the Finance department and elevate any breaches to the Head of Financial Control.
• Provide cover and support for FCPA team members and collaborate closely with Financial Operations and Financial Planning, Reporting and Analysis teams.

The Finance department comprises 25 professionals operating across three specialist areas:
Financial Control, Financial Operations and Financial Reporting.

This role reports day-to-day to the Financial Control and Partnership Accounting Manager, with ultimate accountability to the Head of Financial Control and Partnership Accounting.

• Solid accounting knowledge gained through work experience, a relevant degree or equivalent qualification.
• Strong IT skills and proficiency in finance systems; experience with Emburse and Elite 3E is desirable.
• Previous experience within a professional services environment or partnership structure is advantageous.
• Strong analytical capability, with experience working with relevant financial systems and models.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy and integrity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with fee earners, partners and finance colleagues.
• Proactive problem‑solver with the confidence to elevate issues when appropriate.
• Strong organisational skills, capable of managing competing priorities and meeting tight deadlines, particularly during month‑end and year‑end periods.
• A collaborative team player who contributes positively to team success.