Senior Finance Analyst

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Finance Analyst to join our dynamic Finance Team. As Osborne Clarke embark on an exciting period of change with the imminent move to a new practice management system (PMS), we are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Analyst to help design and develop insightful Management Information reports, as well as contributing with budgeting and forecasting processes within the FP&A team.

The successful candidate will enjoy a collaborative role working with Practice Groups, Service Lines and Customer Relationship teams. This role is based out of our new central Bristol office in Finzel's Reach with the option for some homeworking too.

About us

Osborne Clarke is a future-focused international legal practice with over 330 Partners and more than 1,260 talented lawyers in 25 offices around the world*. Our three-dimensional approach to client service combines legal expertise, in-depth understanding of our clients and the sectors they operate in, together with insight into the global issues that are transforming the landscape of how we live, work and do business: Decarbonisation, Digitalisation and Urban Dynamics. Looking around corners to help our clients solve legal and business challenges, big and small, and harness the opportunities of change - together we'll be ready for what's next.

We love working closely with our clients on new deals, products and solutions which will transform their businesses, markets and even sectors. And our unique approachable culture is not an added extra, it's fundamental to our success.

Key responsibilities

This is an exceptional opportunity that offers a diverse range of responsibilities and scope for professional growth. Given the significant tasks both prior to and after the launch of new PMS, the key responsibilities will be as follows:

• Rebuild management information and board reporting: support with requirements gathering and design of dashboards (PowerBI).
• Pre go live assessment work with the FP&A manager to define the long term reporting strategy.
• Contributing to budget, planning and forecast process and month end close.
• Assistance in financial year-end preparation and reporting, including collation of presentations and data for management meetings.
• Manage the production of regular reporting with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Preparing financials for annual surveys, involving collaboration with other business services teams such as HR, Risk & Compliance, IT etc.
• Assist with the set-up and management of a client reporting governance framework.
• Data validation within the new PMS.
• Liaising with the International Finance teams and sharing best practice with regards to standardised reporting and processes.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and support, client reporting and project involvement as required.

Who we are looking for

• Experience of using PowerBI or Business Objects.
• Excellent numeracy and problem-solving skills.
• Excel data modelling and data manipulation skills.
• Demonstrated interest in studying for a professional accountancy qualification.
• An eye for design and understanding of presenting finance information to non-finance professionals.
• Experience of working in a professional services environment.
• Excellent organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience communicating to senior stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and able to work within a team and on own initiative.

Salary and benefits

We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits

For more information or to apply

We would very much welcome your application using the link provided. Should you have any questions about the role, or would like to find out more about the firm, please contact Patrick Fermin Ryan at patrick.ferminryan@osborneclarke.com.

About Us

Osborne Clarke is a future-focused international legal practice with a global turnover of over €442m and more than 1,600 talented lawyers in 26 offices around the world*. We have an incredible client base ranging from FTSE 100 companies to disruptive start-ups, spanning some of the most cutting edge sectors of business.

We achieve our continued success through a deeper understanding of our people and clients, a collective vision, and a focus on maximising the opportunities of change.

At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We value the health and wellbeing of our people and our wide range of initiatives and benefits support this.

Please note that although we include closing dates for our roles as a guide, we review and progress applications on a rolling basis. At Osborne Clarke we do not make any recruitment decisions using automated decision-making.

We are committed to providing an environment where you can perform to the best of your abilities at every stage of your recruitment experience and beyond. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application stage, interview process, or when working with us, please let us know in confidence.]]>