Finance manager - finance

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Manager in our Belfast Finance Department. This role is an excellent opportunity for a bright and ambitious individual, who wants the opportunity to develop their skills in a top tier Corporate Law firm. This role is supported by the Dublin Finance Department.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial reporting and regulatory compliance

• Preparation and analysis of quarterly management accounts
• Preparation of annual budgets and performance tracking
• Monthly cashflow preparation
• Assisting with completion of audits including annual external audit, Law Society SRA audit, and other audits as they arise
• Supporting compliance with statutory reporting requirements
• Supporting compliance with tax regulations and filing of tax returns, including VAT and Income Tax
• Ensuring compliance with Law Society Solicitors Account Regulations including client money movements
• Review of bank reconciliations
• Liaising with relationship managers in the bank

Other

• Supporting month end billing and the wider finance team where necessary
• Preparation and review of audit confirmation letters
• Ad hoc queries received from Partners and Solicitors

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous experience in a finance department in professional services would be preferable
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team
• Previous experience in a busy finance department highly desirable

The Firm

A&L Goodbody (ALG) is a leading Irish law firm with five international offices in Dublin, Belfast, London, New York and San Francisco. ALG is a full service, independent, corporate law firm with over 1,000 employees, and a client base spanning across the strong international and domestic business community in Ireland.

ALG has a reputation for leading the way in continuously developing its service to clients and internally to its business. This is delivered through the use of new processes, ways of working, innovative use of technology and marketing-leading business service teams.

If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us and we will work with you to ensure the best possible candidate experience.

We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunities employer.