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LHH are delighted to be partnering with a Law firm based in Central London to source for a Financial Accountant to join the team on a 6 month fixed term contract. Location - Hybrid working 1 to 2 days a week in LondonSalary - Up to 70K pro rata Areas of focus and responsibilities Assisting with production of the annual audited Financial Statements using FRS 102 and other related entities.Working closely with the audit team including liaising with the accountants in the Group offices to ensure that the audit completes efficiently.Inputting into bank covenant reporting calculations.Managing the preparation and review of Balance Sheet reconciliations.Assisting in the delivery of the annual budget and business plan, including multi-year forecasting.Assisting with the month-end close including accounting entries, monthly management accounts and ad hoc cost and revenue reporting.Partnering with business services directors in understanding their financials and controlling costs in their areas of responsibility.Producing commission statements for fee earning consultants.Working closely with the tax team regarding partner related matters, R&D tax credits, transfer pricing and other ad hoc items.Supervising the preparation and submission of Payment Practices reports twice a year.The review and authorisation of office and client account payments.Preparing and reconciling VAT returns.Contributing to the Intercompany reconciliation and settlement process.Assisting in investigating and clearing any legacy balances.Ad hoc projects and reports as required. Skills and attributes Professionally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) accountant with minimum 2 year PQE.Up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP (ideally FRS102).Experience working in a law firm or o