Accounting Manager
London | Hybrid | Leading US Law Firm


My client, a highly respected US law firm, is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join their London office. The position works closely with the CFO, DOA/COFA, and US-based finance teams, offering excellent exposure across the firm. As Accounting Manager, you will take ownership of a wide range of financial processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and smooth day-to-day operations. This includes:


Accounting
*Preparing, filing and paying quarterly VAT returns.
*Supporting the annual SAR audit, liaising with auditors and responding to queries.
*Working with the US Accounting team on the UK LLP statutory audit, including year-end journals and reporting.
*Liaising with the relevant contacts on UK partnership tax filings and partner tax statements.
*Performing GL reconciliations (pensions, loans, receivables, salary advances, deposits).
*Overseeing expenses and supplier payments approvals and processes.
Payroll & Benefits
*Managing monthly payroll in partnership with HR and an outsourced provider.
*Maintaining the master salary list and ensuring timely, accurate payroll delivery.
*Overseeing all HMRC requirements.
*Managing pension contributions and auto-enrolment compliance.
*Handling payroll queries and preparing final data for the US team.
*Completing payroll year-end tasks including PAYE Settlement and P11D(b).
Partner Payroll
*Managing the UK SEP draw schedule and monthly partner payments.
*Liaising with US teams on FX, tax and capital deductions.
Reporting & Support
*Producing management and cash-flow reports.
*Responding to queries relating to cost orders, billing, WIP, AR and AP.
*Completing Office for National Statistics submissions.
Compliance & Banking
*Supporting compliance with SRA.
*Maintaining relationships with banking partners.
*Managing banking user access and permissions.
*Handling card requests, credit limit changes and account closures.


Skills & Experience
*Chartered Accountant qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
*Strong experience in a similar accounting role, ideally within a law firm or professional services environment.
*Excellent knowledge of HMRC regulations, VAT, payroll processes and SRA Accounts Rules.
*Proficiency in Excel and financial systems (3E, Emburse, online banking).


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