Finance Manager
, NJ, United States
A global Law Firm is seeking a Finance Manager due to growth within the organization. The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing, inspiring, motivating and leading the US Finance Team. The Finance team is engrossed in Financial Planning and Analysis and Finance Operations (billing, credit control, cashiers, finance database) for all of our eight US offices. The US Finance team is based in NJ and supports seven offices around the country.
Job Responsibilities:
Manage the daily activities of financial accounting and month end activities which includes the general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, disbursement payments, credit card and merchant facilities, employee claims and credit control.
Ensure the cash flow process is effectively managed by forecasting cash flow, identifying pinch points, being aware of large outstanding bills and client payment timeframes to ensure sufficient funds are available to meet cash requirements.
Manage the banking facilities including, bank liaison, facility management, international currency transactions, daily banking transactions, reconciliation, leasing and finance facilities and administration of electronic banking site.
Manage the year-end audit and reviews of the relevant countries. Communicate with external accountants and auditors in order to comply with local statutory, regulatory and professional requirements and manage the process of regulatory and financial end of year audits.
Ensure compliance with global and US legislation and legal requirements including, but not limited to payroll, taxation (payroll, local taxes and associated Social Taxes) and superannuation. Keep up to date of changes in the regulatory, financial and legal or tax environments to ensure the firm is compliant in all areas.
Liaise with the Global Finance team to produce, prepare and analyze balance sheets, Profit and Loss audit schedules, management reports, yearly financial statements and any other management reports required.
Comply with Global Minimum Financial Standards set out by central finance team and work with the UK Elite 3e team to resolve system issues and implement upgrades and changes to the system.
Manage or support US Billing processes as required, to ensure the month end billing process goes smoothly
Work with the Head of Finance- US to prepare the annual budgets in accordance with the global timetables.
Requirements:
Ability to manage, guide and lead employees to ensure appropriate financial processes are being used
A solid understanding of financial metrics and accounting principles
Ability to analyze financial trends both within the company and general market patterns
Ability to develop business plans based on firm financial metrics and market trends.
Strong interpersonal, communication, Excel and presentation skills
Law Firm Experience
BS/MA degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics
Preferred Skills:
Professional qualification such as CFA/CPA or similar will be considered a plus
Experience in professional services as a Finance Manager
Compensation: $115,000 - $125,000
Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications .
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