Accounts Manager - North West London Mid-Tier Practice

Reed; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established accountancy firm in London is seeking an Accounts Manager to manage a diverse client portfolio while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. The ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with significant experience, and possess strong skills in financial oversight, client advisory, and team management. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive team culture

Clear progression pathway

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in practice.
• Proficient in FRS 102 and ISAs.
• Demonstrated experience in client management.

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio of SME and group clients.
• Lead engagements involving outsourced finance functions.
• Supervise and mentor a team of qualified and part-qualified staff.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102

Excellent communication skills

Commercial awareness

Ability to manage complex assignments

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

CCH

Xero

Excel-based forecasting

Job description

An established accountancy firm with two offices in London is seeking a technically proficient and commercially astute Accounts Manager to join its expanding team. This is a full-time role offering a 90:10 split between accounts and audit, ideal for professionals looking to deepen their expertise across statutory reporting, financial oversight, and client advisory.

Role Overview

You’ll work directly with a Partner and Associate Director, managing a substantial and varied portfolio of clients. The role encompasses statutory accounts preparation under FRS 102, oversight of corporation tax compliance, and occasional audit assignments in line with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME and group clients, ensuring timely delivery of statutory accounts and audit reports

• Lead engagements involving outsourced finance functions, sell‑side due diligence, and corporate restructuring

• Review and sign off accounts prepared using CCH Accounts Production and Corporation Tax software

• Collaborate with internal tax and cloud accounting teams to ensure compliance with Companies Act and HMRC requirements

• Supervise and mentor a team of qualified and part‑qualified staff, conducting performance reviews and technical training

• Implement workflow improvements and contribute to practice‑wide process enhancements

• Act as primary client contact for all matters relating to financial statements, audit queries, and tax computations

• Prepare and review financial forecasts and business plans using advanced Excel modelling

Candidate Profile

• ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of 5 years post‑qualification experience in practice

• Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 and ISAs

• Proficient in CCH, Xero (including data extraction and journal adjustments), and Excel‑based forecasting

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex assignments and anticipate client needs

• Excellent communication skills and commercial awareness

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

• Exposure to high‑quality clients and advisory work

• Supportive, collaborative team culture

• Clear progression pathway and access to new business opportunities

If you're ready to take ownership of a dynamic client portfolio and lead a high‑performing team, this role offers the perfect platform to advance your career in practice.