Accounts Manager/Assistant Manager

Accounts Manager – Top 30 Firm – London

Are you an ambitious accounting professional looking to step into a leadership role within a premier London practice? Do you thrive on managing diverse portfolios and driving digital transformation through cloud accounting? This is a unique opportunity to oversee a high-performing Business Support team, acting as a key consultant for complex clients while directly influencing the department's growth and operational efficiency.

This Top 30 Firm is renowned for its forward-thinking approach and commitment to client success across the corporate and not-for-profit sectors. With a reputation for technical excellence and a supportive, collaborative environment, they empower their team members to lead on special projects and manage high-level client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, primarily within the corporate and not-for-profit sectors.
• Act as the primary point of contact for complex clients, overseeing the entire onboarding process.
• Review statutory accounts and working papers prepared by junior staff to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Lead the promotion and implementation of online accounting services and cloud software solutions.
• Manage client billing, job recoverability, and the preparation of fee proposals.
• Supervise Business Support staff, including performance appraisals and resource allocation via Retain.

As an Accounts Manager, you will:

• Hold a professional qualification (ACA, ACCA)
• Work closely with Partners and Senior Management to drive department strategy.
• Act on a consultancy basis for clients requiring bespoke software setup and reporting.
• Brief teams on new processes and procedures to ensure consistent service delivery.
• Monitor delivery across the department to meet strict deadlines and budget targets.
• Assist with the implementation of new systems and risk management compliance.

What You’ll Receive

• 25 days annual leave.
• Buy/Sell up to 5 days holiday.
• Private medical care.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Hybrid working (2–3 days in office).
• 8% employer pension contribution.

The is also looking at Assistant Manager level. Candidates must already be managing a portfolio of clients.

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