Management Accountant - 18 month FTC

Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP is one of the world’s leading international law firms. The Firm was established in 1884 and has more than 1,000 lawyers. Headquartered in New York with offices in Beijing, Brussels, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, São Paulo, Tokyo and Washington, D.C., the Firm provides coordinated legal advice and transactional capability to clients around the globe.

Responsible for the compilation and production of detailed management accounts and budgets whilst ensuring the on-going improvement in quality of output for the purposes of providing more meaningful management information to the London & Brussels management and NY accounting teams. Duties include a variety of tasks in accordance with established accounting policies and procedures and practices. Maintain contact with attorneys, staff and external customers as required. 

• Responsible for London office annual expense budget detail;
• Oversee Brussels office annual expense budget detail;
• Preparation of monthly management accounts reporting;
• Production of monthly budgetary control variance analysis;
• Review and preparation of monthly G/L analysis detail;
• Lead quarterly management accounts review meetings with departmental managers;
• Preparation of quarterly expense forecasting;
• Development of expense reporting required by the London & Brussels managers;
• Compilation of annual capital expenditure budget;
• Oversee Brussels office monthly VAT return reconciliation;
• Preparation of annual government data surveys;
• Develop London & Brussels management accounts key data package;
• Support Accounting Manager with accounting projects;
• Report to Accounting Manager regarding all work duties & tasks;
• Assist with cover for Accounting team members during periods of absence;
• Liaise with New York Accounts department where necessary; and
• Handling of ad-hoc queries and reports as required.

• Degree Educated, a BA in Accounting or similar preferred;
• Part and/or Qualified Accountant preferred;
• Legal or professional services accounting experience, 5+ years required;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills;
• Experience of using Elite 3E or a comparable accounting system required;
• Strong understanding of UK VAT rules;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to verbally present information effectively and respond to questions from people at all levels, including Partners, staff and external customers;
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills;
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills;
• Ability to multi-task and prioritise;
• Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimum direction;
• Excellent attention to detail;
• Sound judgment;
• Can do, will do approach
• Capable of working within a high-charged, fast-paced environment; and
• Available to work additional hours where necessary.

Salary and Benefits: Competitive

Hybrid: Mon-Thurs in office. Friday WFH

Simpson Thacher is committed to ensuring that everyone can reach their full potential, irrespective of background, identity, or circumstance. We know that we are at our best when we bring together diverse experiences and perspectives. This is why we are focused on fostering a collegial environment which maximises collaboration, empowering every individual to thrive and succeed.