Ropes & Gray is a global law firm that operates across 17 time zones and has more than 1,400 lawyers based in the United States, Europe and Asia who collaborate seamlessly to provide clients with high-quality representation in innovative industries that shape the global economy. Our clients include private equity firms, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, financial institutions, mutual funds, hospital systems, and more. Client by client, we’ve built a reputation for first-class work, a pragmatic approach, and impeccable standards of service and ethics. We count many of the world’s most respected companies and institutions as longtime clients, and serve organizations at all stages of development. Clients trust us with their most important matters because they know we understand their businesses and deliver the results they need.
Our deeply rooted culture of teamwork means that our lawyers work closely with colleagues around the world to provide support to clients. This collaborative approach encourages our lawyers to work alongside partners and clients on sophisticated matters. We work as a team to support a range of leading legal practices, including private equity, M&A, capital markets, finance, asset management, real estate, tax, antitrust, life sciences, health care, intellectual property, litigation & enforcement, data, privacy & cybersecurity, and business restructuring.
Ropes & Gray London is one of the largest offices in the Ropes & Gray network, and the hub of the firm’s EMEA network and set up in London in 2010. While we are now an established presence in the UK, we’ve retained all the buzz of our start-up years. It makes us a little bit different: it means we have the stature and resources of a major international law firm combined with the pace, inclusivity and career progression of a specialist firm. Our clients like to work with us. We are, of course, always professional, but we are personal, and personable with it. As a group, we’re international, diverse and our team is always professional, but uniquely personable. With around 31 partners, 137 fee earners and a trainee intake of 13, everybody in the office knows everyone else. That means that every hire we make is an important investment for the firm, because each team member has a distinct role to play in delivering excellent service to our clients.
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The International Manager of Accounting is responsible for overseeing accounting operations for the firm’s international entities (i.e. non-US offices). This role ensures compliance with local and international accounting standards, manages cross-border financial reporting, and supports global financial operations. The position works closely with regional finance teams, external auditors, and senior leadership to maintain accurate financial records and ensure regulatory compliance.
KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
International Financial Reporting
- Oversee preparation and review of financial statements for international subsidiaries.
- Ensure compliance with applicable accounting frameworks.
Global Accounting Operations
- Manage month-end and year-end close processes for international operations.
- Monitor intercompany transactions and reconciliations across regions.
- Ensure accurate foreign currency accounting and translation.
Compliance and Regulatory Oversight
- Ensure compliance with local tax and statutory reporting requirements in each jurisdiction.
- Coordinate with international auditors and regulatory agencies.
- Maintain strong internal controls and support audit processes.
Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Supervise international accounting staff and external accounting providers.
- Partner with regional finance leaders to improve financial processes.
- Provide training on global accounting policies and procedures.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to streamline global accounting processes.
- Implement accounting systems or enhancements to support international growth.
- Support ERP implementations and upgrades.
