International Finance Manager

Job Description

We are looking for an International Finance Manager to support the finance functions in the CMS CMNO offices around the world. CEE - seven offices, Middle East - four offices, Singapore, China - Hong Kong and mainland, in their day to operations both locallyand as part of the CMS CMNO group. About CMS CMS is a Future Facing firm. With 79 offices in 45 countries and 5,000+ lawyers worldwide, we combine deep sector understanding with a global overview, giving us the ability not only to see whats coming, but to shape it.CMS is well equipped to help our clients face the future with confidence. We are driven by technology and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of delivering legal services. Our bold approach to a changing futureensures that we nurture our employees and recruit top talent. About the Role Key responsibilities of the function/role include:- Bed in the recent rollout of worldwide ERP which has a number of layers allowing use for local accounts, worldwide partnership/budgeting basis and UK group statutory accounts.- Ensure that the local accounts comply with local requirements and that audits and other regulatory filings are made on a timely basis. - The UK based International Finance team carries out this function for some of the smaller units so need to review as appropriate- Join up requirements for completion of UK statutory accounts for overseas entities and other local audits including providing advice and resource as necessary - Develop checklists as appropriate re fillings (probably in conjunction with tax teams)- Ensure that the entries made to the global accounting system at partnership/budget level are completed correctly and are consistent with the groups accounting policies and reconcile to local accounts. - Need to improve the "ownership" by the local offices- Work as necessary to move ownership of entries in respect of International Managers and other differences in accounting policies to the local offices - Communicate month end timetables and tasks/checklists and ensure compliance. To be carried in conjunction with UK group team as necessary- Liaise as necessary with the local finance teams re training, staff hiring and development and keeping up to date re developments- Work with central Finance & Management Accounting teams to communicate regular month end requirements together with any changes required at quarter of year ends.- Use various channels - regular group wide calls, newsletters, physical meetings and office visits (if appropriate) to keep local teams joined up - Project based work as offices develop - By the nature of this work, the requirements will vary - it may be to help to set up an office in new location, work to cover local regulatory changes e.g., introduction of VAT etc. About You Skills & Experience requiredKey Skills- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate at all levels, confident, with professional telephone manner- Analytical skills to resolve queries including "one offs" - Shows flexibility in approach- Is enthusiastic and keen to contribute- Works to given timeframes and anticipates likely workflows- Consistently produces accurate work- Proficient in MS Office generally- Creates a culture of trust in the teamExperience required- Exposure to and interest in non UK accounting teams and issuesProfessional/Educational Qualification- Qualified accountant (ICAEW, ICAS, ACCA etc) Equal Opportunities At CMS, a next-generation mindset is woven into all we do. Were diverse, supportive and inclusive, embracing our corporate social responsibility and creating a culture of sustainability in which every one of our people, whatever their background, can maximisetheir potential and thrive.For further information about CMS diversity initiatives and programmes, please click here to view the diversity pages on our website.Please apply online or contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions. For information regarding our competitive range of benefits please visit our Rewards & Benefits page on our website.Please note that CMS have a preferred agency panel in place. Only applications submitted via the portal at the point of instruction will be accepted.#LI-PK1

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International Finance Manager