Accounts Assistant Manager: Path to Senior Roles (London)

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

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.