Financial Accounts Manager & Legal Counsel

Financial Accounts Manager & Legal Counsel | London | Full Time | £40,000 - £50,000 per annum

Are you a qualified Chartered Accountant with 10+ years’ experience across financial management, legal advisory and compliance?

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and experienced professional to join the team as Financial Accounts Manager & Legal Counsel. This unique role combines financial leadership, legal expertise and compliance management to ensure the company's financial health, legal integrity and regulatory compliance are maintained to the highest standard. The successful candidate will also manage pensions and taxation matters.

The Role

This role will oversee the company's financial operations, provide legal guidance, manage compliance, and handle personal financial affairs, including investments, pensions, and taxation.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all financial operations of the company, including budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
Manage the preparation of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant regulations
Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company's growth, profitability and sustainability
Conduct financial analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements
Draft, review and negotiate contracts, leases and other legal documents
Manage any legal disputes or litigation involving the company
Provide legal guidance on corporate governance and risk management
Handle the investment portfolio in Pakistan, USA, Canada, Norway and the UK
Manage investments, pensions and taxation matters
Provide comprehensive financial planning
Ensure timely and accurate preparation and submission of personal tax returns
Manage the owner's personal investment portfolio and provide regular financial updates
Requirements

Essential

Chartered Accountant (ACA, FCCA)
Minimum 10 years of experience in financial management, legal advisory and compliance roles
Proven track record of managing large-scale financial operations and legal functions
Exceptional financial analysis and management skills
Strong understanding of taxation and corporate compliance
Proficiency in QuickBooks
Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle PeopleSoft and MS Dynamics
Excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills
Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of IFRS, IAS and UK legal standards
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
High level of integrity, ethics and adaptability
Desirable

Experience in the property and real estate sector
What’s In It For You

20 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
Workplace pension
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