At Kennedys, we believe we offer a great environment to build and grow your career.
With our values at the core, we foster innovation and collaboration in a global setting.
If you want to be part of our distinctive culture and make a difference in the legal industry, we would love to hear from you.
We are seeking a Financial Accounting Analyst to join our Finance team in Latam based in Peru.
The Finance team provides timely and accurate financial and management information, reporting solutions, and operational support to maintain the high standard of service offered to our internal and external clients.
The Finance team comprises Business Intelligence, Financial Planning & Analysis, Finance Systems, Finance Operations, Group Financial Reporting, Tax, and Treasury.
Team
The Finance team in the Latam Region is a key part of supporting our offices in making the right business decisions.
Our team works closely with global colleagues to deliver exceptional financial and legal services, particularly in insurance law, litigation, and corporate advisory.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure all accounting information is reported correctly and completely for the closing of the month
- Support the credit control process, also assisting with billing, invoicing and cashiering tasks as may be necessary
- Assist in the resolution of queries and submission of information requested by stakeholders.
- Collect and enter data for various financial spreadsheets and reports when requested
- Ensure that information is sent regularly to Partners and that any actions agreed are followed up
- Manage the daily spectrum of financial accounting and month end activities including, but not limited to general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, disbursement payments, employee expenses, credit control, payroll
- Liaise with the Global Finance team to produce, prepare and analyse 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 - Work collaboratively with the global Finance and HR teams (London/Miami), the Partners and local suppliers (accountants/payroll) to ensure the smooth running of the financial transactions ensuring statutory compliance
- Work with the UK Elite team to resolve system issues and implement upgrades and changes to the system.
- Ensure compliance with global financial policies and maintain good internal controls and operational processes for audit review.
- Work with the global Finance teams (Miami/London) regarding inter-company reconciliation.
- Work with the Office Manager to help with cost management strategies and office projects.
Required Experience
- Accounting degree
- 2-3 years of financial experience in a professional services or partnership environment preferable
- High level of IT literacy
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work on own initiative
- Highly organised and able to prioritise workloads, manage multiple projects and negotiate deadlines
- Experience using Elite 3e would be advantageous.
- Excellent English skills (written and spoken)
Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments to be made in order to submit your application to Kennedys.