Accounting Manager - remote

Position Title: Accounting Manager - remote  

Contract: Full-time, Independent Contractor   

Posting Jurisdictions: UK and Europe

Compensation:  TBC based on experience and location   

Description:   

A well-established and growing international law firm is looking for an Accounting Manager to support our growing team. 

Our Firm:   

Sterlington was founded by a former US Big Law Partner to provide high-quality legal services to their clients while combining modern and innovative ways of practicing. Our clients include private equity and other investment funds, multi-billion-dollar family offices, public and private companies, investment banks, high-net worth individuals, and startups. Learn more at: www.sterlingtonlaw.com.   

Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership: Plan and direct comprehensive operations, encompassing accounts receivable (AR), accounts payable (AP), financial reporting, and other critical financial functions. Ensure that all financial activities align with the company's strategic objectives.
• Policy and Control Management: Develop, implement, and maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures. Design and manage a robust system of internal controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk and enhance the accuracy and integrity of financial information.
• Financial Analysis and Reporting: Consistently analyze and interpret complex financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement. Produce detailed monthly financial reports that provide insights to senior management, enabling informed decision-making.
• Closing and Reconciliation Management: Oversee the thorough completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, adhering to an established closing calendar. Ensure accuracy and timeliness in all financial closing activities and reconciliations.
• Team Management and Development: Manage, mentor, and develop direct reports to foster a high-performing team. Provide guidance, feedback, and support to team members to ensure continuous professional growth and achievement of individual and departmental goals.
• Tax Compliance and Coordination: Serve as the primary liaison with external tax preparers, coordinating and providing all necessary documentation and information required for accurate and timely tax filings. Ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations and filing requirements.
• Project Management: Lead and contribute to special projects on an ad hoc basis, leveraging financial expertise to support organizational initiatives and drive continuous improvement in business processes.

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Requirements:  

• Experience and Education: A minimum of 6-8 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance, with a strong foundation in financial analysis and reporting. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of financial data analysis, applicable laws, regulations, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) to ensure compliance and best practices in financial reporting and operations.
• Audit and Reporting Expertise: Demonstrated experience in managing reporting processes and coordinating audit activities, with the ability to interact effectively with auditors and regulatory authorities.
• Management Skills: Proven excellence in management and supervisory roles, with the ability to lead and inspire a team, manage competing priorities, and drive productivity and efficiency.
• Organizational Acumen: Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Extensive hands-on experience with accounting ERP systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, Oracle, etc. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (including complex functions like INDEX, MATCH, OFFSET) as well as broader MS Office Suite skills and overall digital literacy.
• Industry Experience: Prior experience at a startup is a plus.
• Systems Familiarity: Familiarity with and ability to effectively utilize systems currently used by the Controller, including QuickBooks and Ramp is a plus. Experience in data migration is a plus.

Sterlington is a full-service law firm that combines legal and commercial excellence with modern ways of practicing.    
   
   
About us: www.sterlingtonlaw.com   

This position is not currently open to recruiting agency submissions.