Accounting Lead Practice

Kamro Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accountancy firm in Greater London seeks an experienced Accounting Lead Practice to manage client portfolios and lead a team. The ideal candidate has 8-10 years of experience in UK accountancy practices, is ACCA qualified, and possesses strong leadership and communication skills. This role calls for oversight of daily operations and senior support, ensuring compliance and quality service delivery. Competitive salary between £40,000-£50,000 is offered, with primarily office-based work and potential for hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Demonstrable experience managing a broad portfolio of clients.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of 4-5 staff.
• Allocate tasks and ensure timely completion.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients.
• Oversee daily firm operations and implement improvements.
• Provide support to the Director in strategic initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Compliance knowledge

Education

ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

VT Accounts

BTC Tax

Payroll Manager

Job description

Accounting Lead Practice

Location: London

Working Arrangement: Primarily office-based, with potential for hybrid working

Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00-18:00

Salary: £40,000-£50,000 per annum

Kamro is delighted to be partnering with a dynamic and fast-growing accountancy and tax services firm in North West London to recruit an Accounting Lead. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant to take on a leadership role, managing team performance, client relationships, compliance, and day-to-day operations.

About the role

You’ll be managing your own client portfolio mainly made up of limited companies with responsibility for everything from year-end accounts and corporation tax returns to management reporting and ad hoc advice. You won’t be micromanaged here. They’re looking for someone confident, commercially minded and capable of building long-term client relationships without needing their hand held.

You’ll also work closely with senior leadership and a small internal team to deliver high-quality work across the board, contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor a team of 4-5 staff, encouraging high performance, productivity, and professional development.
• Workflow Management: Allocate tasks, review accounts, monitor team workloads, and ensure timely completion and follow-ups.
• System and Records Management: Maintain up-to-date and accurate records, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and internal procedures.
• Client Relationship Management: Act as a key point of contact for clients, handling queries and ensuring the delivery of outstanding service.
• Operational Oversight: Oversee daily firm operations, identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Support to Director: Provide ad hoc support to the Director, contributing to business development and strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• ACCA fully qualified.
• Demonstrable experience managing a broad portfolio of clients.
• Proficient in using accountancy software, including Xero, QuickBooks, VT Accounts, VT Transactions, BTC Tax, TaxFiler, Payroll Manager, and Bright Manager.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of tax regulations, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.

If you're an experienced and motivated leader looking to make a meaningful impact within a growing firm, we'd love to hear from you.