Accounts Assistant Manager

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Private medical cover

Bonus scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Pension auto-enrolment

Life assurance

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. in Central London is seeking an Accounts Assistant Manager to lead a varied client portfolio and progress to management.

The role combines hands-on accounts preparation with supervising junior staff and close collaboration with senior managers. The ideal candidate will be ACCA/ACA qualified with 4+ years in practice, strong client relations skills, and a solid understanding of UK accounts and tax compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACCA or ACA.
• Minimum of 4 years accountancy practice experience.
• Strong client relations experience and junior supervision.
• Strong understanding of UK accounts and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on preparation of year-end statutory accounts for varied clients.
• Review accounts and working papers prepared by junior team members.
• Assist senior managers with portfolio delivery: workflow, deadlines, and client communication.
• Manage portfolio of up to 100 clients and act as main contact for queries.
• Prepare and review corporation tax computations and returns with support from tax team.
• Support VAT matters and liaise with specialists as needed.
• Handle payroll-related queries and gather information for payroll team.
• Assist with delivery of management accounts and bookkeeping as required.
• Identify issues and opportunities across portfolio and communicate with seniors.
• Maintain strong client relationships and proactive service.

Skills

Client relations

Team supervision

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Assistant Manager
Location: Central London
Package: up to 55,000, 25 days holiday +BH, private medical care, bonuses, and more
Working Hours: Full time, Mon-Fri, flexible hours (standard hours 8:30am-6:30pm)

A new opening is available within a medium sized top 50 Accountancy Practice, for an Accounts Assistant Manager. This practice work with some truly interesting clients, with an excellent reputation across the entertainment industry, and with history dating back over the past 50 years, it's a great environment to progress within

This practice have a detailed progression plan, and this is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Manager to progress to management and beyond. This is a hands on role in assisting senior managers, and servicing a diverse portfolio of up to 100 clients. If you are an experienced Senior looking to step into Assistant Management, or an Assistant Manager looking for progression, then this is the role for you

Accounts Assistant Manager Job Responsibilities

• Hands-on preparation of year-end statutory accounts for a varied portfolio (predominantly owner-managed businesses/SMEs), ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Review accounts and working papers prepared by junior team members, providing clear feedback and helping to maintain strong file quality.
• Assist senior managers/partners with portfolio delivery: workflow management, job progression, deadlines, and client communication.
• Manage a portfolio of up to 100 clients, acting as a key point of contact and ensuring queries are handled efficiently and professionally.
• Prepare and review corporation tax computations and returns (with support from the tax team where required).
• Support clients with day-to-day VAT matters (returns, queries, basic advisory) and liaise with specialists when needed.
• Handle and/or support payroll-related queries (coordination, client questions, and assisting with information gathering for the payroll team).
• Support the delivery of management accounts and bookkeeping work where required (depending on client need and team structure).
• Identify issues and opportunities across the portfolio (process improvements, deadlines, data quality) and elevate/communicate with senior managers appropriately.
• Maintain strong client relationships, providing a proactive service and helping to ensure a positive client experience.

Accounts Assistant Manager Job Requirements

• Should be ACCA or ACA qualified
• Should have a minimum of 4 years accountancy practice experience
• Should have strong client relations experience, and experience supervising juniors
• Strong understanding of UK Accounts and Tax compliance
• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills

Accounts Assistant Manager Salary & Benefits

• 50,000 - 55,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Auto enrolment to company pension
• Life assurance/death in service
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle and EV to work scheme
• Client and recruitment referrals
• Enhanced Maternity/adoption and paternity package
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical cover
• Study package
• 250 health and wellbeing fee for health or fitness clubs
• Healthy Breakfast options in office
• Eye Care
• And more