Asourfirmcontinuestogrow,we'reexpandingourGlobalFinanceteamandarelookingforaSeniorAccountant–PartnerFinancetojoinusinanewlycreatedrolefocusedonshapingthefutureofourPartnerFinancefunction.This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a global professional services business, supporting partner remuneration, capitalmanagement,financialcontrol,andstrategicimprovementinitiatives.You'llbuildtrustedrelationshipswithseniorstakeholders,contributetobusiness-criticalprojects,andhelpdriveefficienciesacrossafunctionthatplaysavitalroleinoursuccess.Whatyou'llbedoingSupportingpartnerremuneration,profitshare,capital,funding,andrelatedfinancialprocesses.Maintainingrobustfinancialcontrols,reconciliations,governance,andcomplianceactivities.Workingdirectlywithpartnersandseniorstakeholdersonsensitivefinancialmatters.Identifyinganddeliveringprocessimprovementsaspartofourongoing project agendas.Contributingtofinancetransformationandsystemenhancementinitiativeswhileensuringexcellentday-to-daydelivery.Coachingcolleaguesandsharingknowledgewithinacollaborativeteamenvironment.Whatwe'relookingforWe're interested in the skills, potential,andmindsetyou'llbring,notjustyourpreviousjobtitles.You'lllikelyhave:ACA,ACCA,CIMAorequivalentqualification(orbenearingcompletion).Strongaccounting,financialcontrol,andreconciliationexperience.Excellentstakeholdermanagementandcommunicationskills.Highattentiontodetailandtheabilitytomanagesensitiveandcommerciallyimportantinformation.Confidenceworkingwithseniorstakeholdersandexplainingcomplexfinancialconceptsclearly.Aproactiveapproachtoproblem-solvingandcontinuousimprovement.PreviousPartnershipFinance,legal,orprofessionalservicesexperiencecanbebeneficial,butwealsowelcomecandidatesfromothercomplex,regulated,orstakeholder-focusedenvironmentswhocandemonstratetransferableskillsandexperience.Whyjoinus?At Freshfields, you'll be part of a collaborative, supportive,andinclusiveculturewherepeopleareencouragedtolearn,develop,andmakeanimpact.You'llbenefitfrom:Exposuretoseniorpartnersandinfluentialbusinessleaders.TheopportunitytobecomeaspecialistinPartnerFinancewithinaglobalorganisation.Genuineopportunitiesforprofessionalgrowthandcareerprogression.Ateamthatvaluesknowledgesharing,continuouslearning,andinnovation.Thechancetoinfluencehowweimproveprocesses,systems,andwaysofworking.Aworkplacewherediverseperspectives,experiences,andbackgroundsarewelcomed,respected,andcelebrated.InclusionFreshfields is an equal opportunities employer and all applications received by the firm will be considered by the firm on the basis of their merit alone and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of background. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate having/securing the right to work in the UK and providing the firm with evidence of that right (as required by the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006) prior to employment commencing.Freshfields is a Ban the Box employer. We ask applicants to disclose criminal convictions only when a conditional job offer is made. A conviction does not automatically lead to withdrawal of the offer: we make decisions on a case by case basis and take a number of factors into account (eg the role you are applying for and the circumstances of the offence). You would have the opportunity to discuss the matter with us before we make a decision.SummaryLocation: ManchesterType:
Senior Accountant - Partner Finance employer: Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
Freshfields is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Manchester that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee growth, the firm provides opportunities for professional development and encourages the use of cutting-edge technology in compliance monitoring. The inclusive culture and focus on merit ensure that all employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the firm's success.
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