Senior Accounting Manager - Practice
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- Salary negotiable
Job Description:
The firm are seeking a highly motivated Senior Manager to take a leadership role, overseeing a client portfolio, mentoring junior staff, and driving the firm’s continued success. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual from a small practice background, who enjoys working closely with clients and developing junior team members.
As Senior Manager key responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following:
*Client Management – Manage a portfolio of 350 clients, covering Accounts, VAT clients, and Private Tax clients, including some of the firm’s largest businesses with turnovers up to £30m
*Accounts & Tax Compliance – Prepare and review financial statements, VAT returns, tax returns, and tax planning strategies, including applications for R&D, Film, and Animation Tax Credits.
*Leadership & Training – Manage, train, and review the work of a team of portfolio assistants, trainee accountants, and bookkeepers.
*Financial Oversight – Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, assist with client billing, debt collection, and ensure recovery rates are maintained.
*Audit & Compliance – Lead limited audits and group accounts reviews, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
*Client Relations & Liaison – Handle client queries, manage system setups, coordinate with HMRC, lenders, and Companies House.
*Process Improvement – Support business development, recruitment, and performance appraisals.
Key skills:
*Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with a strong small-practice background.
*Experience managing a varied client portfolio, including high-growth businesses.
*A natural leader with strong mentoring and team management skills.
*Confident in handling complex tax affairs, compliance, and audit responsibilities.
*A proactive, client-focused individual with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
What’s on Offer:
*Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
*Hybrid working after passing probation period (3 days in 2 from home)
*Career development and growth opportunities
*A supportive, collaborative work environment in a thriving London firm
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As Senior Manager key responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following:
*Client Management – Manage a portfolio of 350 clients, covering Accounts, VAT clients, and Private Tax clients, including some of the firm’s largest businesses with turnovers up to £30m
*Accounts & Tax Compliance – Prepare and review financial statements, VAT returns, tax returns, and tax planning strategies, including applications for R&D, Film, and Animation Tax Credits.
*Leadership & Training – Manage, train, and review the work of a team of portfolio assistants, trainee accountants, and bookkeepers.
*Financial Oversight – Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports, assist with client billing, debt collection, and ensure recovery rates are maintained.
*Audit & Compliance – Lead limited audits and group accounts reviews, ensuring compliance with all regulations.
*Client Relations & Liaison – Handle client queries, manage system setups, coordinate with HMRC, lenders, and Companies House.
*Process Improvement – Support business development, recruitment, and performance appraisals.
Key skills:
*Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with a strong small-practice background.
*Experience managing a varied client portfolio, including high-growth businesses.
*A natural leader with strong mentoring and team management skills.
*Confident in handling complex tax affairs, compliance, and audit responsibilities.
*A proactive, client-focused individual with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
What’s on Offer:
*Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
*Hybrid working after passing probation period (3 days in 2 from home)
*Career development and growth opportunities
*A supportive, collaborative work environment in a thriving London firm
#LI-CC1
Job number 3413015
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Company Details:
Absolute Recruit
Company size: 10–19 employees
Industry: Accountancy
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