Lead Accountant

This leading international law firm are looking for a Lead Accountant, Europe to join a dynamic Finance team based in London. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys working across multiple disciplines and wants to broaden their expertise beyond traditional financial accounting. Working closely with senior finance leaders, you will gain exposure to financial reporting, tax, VAT, statutory accounting, compliance, finance transformation initiatives, and international operations across the globe. Just as importantly, they're looking for someone with the right attitude and potential. If there are areas of the role that are new to you, they are committed to supporting your development and helping you build new technical and professional skills. This is a highly visible role that offers the chance to make a real impact while working with colleagues across a global network of international offices. What You'll Be Doing as the Lead Accountant Preparing and reviewing account reconciliations and supporting analyses. Investigating and resolving accounting issues and reconciling items. Producing management reporting and variance analysis for senior finance leadership. Supporting VAT calculations and filings across multiple European jurisdictions. Assisting with statutory accounts, tax return preparation, and au...