Finance Analyst in Leeds

Eversheds Sutherland is a global law firm with more than 5,000 people across over 30 countries. We’re full‑service with deep niche and sector experience. Whatever challenge, wherever in the world, we’re equipped and ready to meet it. We live our values, we’re purposeful and purpose‑led. We’re ambitious for our clients, our communities – and for you.

About Eversheds Sutherland

You’ll be part of Eversheds‑Sutherland, a global law firm committed to delivering legal advice of the highest quality. With 61 offices across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States, you’ll work in a truly international environment where collaboration, integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

As a Finance Analyst within our Finance Service Team, you’ll play a key role in delivering a responsive, efficient and high‑quality service to the business. Working in a fast‑paced and collaborative team, you’ll support the retainer and fixed‑fee billing process from an Accounts Payable perspective. You’ll be responsible for validating supplier invoices, highlighting them for payment, and managing queries from both internal stakeholders and external suppliers through to resolution. You’ll focus on service delivery, accuracy and continuous improvement, and you’ll report directly to the Accounts Payable Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the retainer and fixed‑fee billing process from an Accounts Payable perspective
• Validate supplier invoices and highlight them for payment in a timely and accurate manner
• Manage and resolve queries from the business and suppliers, taking ownership from receipt to resolution
• Reconcile supplier accounts and identify discrepancies or issues
• Post high volumes of invoice data accurately and efficiently
• Own and deliver key daily, weekly and monthly tasks in line with service levels
• Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and ways of working
• Act as an ambassador for Finance, delivering a professional and client‑focused service
• Provide guidance to the business on finance policies and procedures
• Support colleagues within the Accounts Payable team as required

Skills & Experience

• Experience working in an Accounts Payable environment
• Experience reconciling supplier accounts and resolving issues
• Good working knowledge of Excel
• The ability to build trusted and effective relationships with stakeholders
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability for your work
• Accuracy and efficiency when working with large volumes of data

Key Competencies

• Clear and confident communication with colleagues, stakeholders and senior management
• A well‑organised and proactive approach to work
• A strong service mindset with a focus on quality and continuous improvement
• The ability to promote financial awareness and understanding across the business
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support the wider team

Diversity & Inclusion

At Eversheds Sutherland, “Inclusive” is a core business value. We bring together different skillsets, global mindsets and approaches. We foster diversity of thought and the freedom to put ideas into action. We have an inherent respect for the individual. We have a strong belief in collaboration and teamwork. Sharing ideas, asking questions, solving challenges and meeting our clients’ goals together. We want all our people to thrive at work and reach their full potential and we work hard to continue to build a diverse and inclusive culture, monitor and report on our progress and impact, and develop our approach.

Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we are open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process. We want you to perform at your best during our recruitment process. If there is any adjustment or support you need, please contact us so we can discuss how we can best assist you.