Reporting Accountant (12m FTC)

Reporting Accountant (12 month FTC)

Hybrid working · Marylebone

My prestigious law firm client is looking for a Reporting Accountant, on a 12-month FTC, who thrives on accuracy, insight, and collaboration. In this varied role, you’ll deliver high-quality reporting and analysis that supports decision-making at every level of the business. You’ll work cross-functionally—partnering with legal, commercial and operational teams to turn numbers into meaningful narratives.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist with month/year-end processes, management accounts and reporting

Prepare monthly P&L and cashflow forecasts

Support budget holders with analysis, forecasts and spend insights

Lead balance sheet reviews (accruals, prepayments, fixed assets etc.)

Collaborate on annual budget and forecasting processes

Prepare VAT returns, commission agreements, and statutory accounts

Present ad hoc financial insights to senior stakeholders

Contribute to external reporting and sustainability submissions

Partner across teams for financial input on pitches, marketing, risk etc.

What you’ll bring ICAEW/ACCA/CIMA qualification, solid accounting experience from a law firm background, and strong Excel skills. Power BI and 3E experience are a plus.

In return, my client offers flexibility, support, professional growth—and a genuinely happy, collaborative team culture.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

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