My client a top US law firm are currently looking for a Management Accountant to join their busy team in the City of London. This role involves a range of accounting responsibilities, including the preparation of detailed management accounts, budgets whilst ensuring the on-going improvement in quality of output for the purposes of providing more meaningful management information to the London & Brussels management and NY accounting teams. Duties: Prepare detailed annual expense budgets for the London office and oversee the Brussels office budget. Produce monthly management accounts and budgetary control variance analysis. Conduct monthly G/L analysis and lead quarterly management accounts review meetings with departmental managers. Develop quarterly expense forecasting and reporting required by London & Brussels managers. Compile the annual capital expenditure budget and oversee the Brussels office monthly VAT return reconciliation. Prepare annual government data surveys and develop key data packages for management accounts. Support the Accounting Manager with various accounting projects and report on all work duties and tasks. Provide cover for Accounting team members during periods of absence and liaise with the New York Accounts department as necessary. Handle ad-hoc queries and reports as required. Required Skills & Qualifications: Degree educated, BA in Accounting or similar preferred. Part and/or Qualified Accountant preferred. Previous accounting experience in legal or professional services. Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills. Experience using Elite 3E or a comparable accounting system. Strong understanding of UK VAT rules. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to present information effectively. Highly organised with excellent time management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Capable of multitasking and prioritising with minimal direction. Excellent attention to detail and sound judgment. Proactive ‘can do, will do’ approach. Ability to work in a high-charged, fast-paced environment. Availability to work additional hours when necessary. Please only apply if you have the relevant experience and from legal or financial services background. Benefits: Working hours 9.30am-5.30pm and hybrid working 4 days in the office and 1 from home. Benefits: 25 days holiday Paid overtime 8% employer paid pension Free meals Travel and medical insurance. Denplan