Audit & Accounts Manager

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy firm in London is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounts Manager. This role entails overseeing client audits and statutory accounts, managing a diverse portfolio, and offering strategic insights. The ideal candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified with substantial post-qualification experience, aiming for long-term progression in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• At least three years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong working knowledge of FRS 102.
• Experience running audits from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients ensuring high service standards.
• Lead audit and accounting projects from planning to completion.
• Mentor junior team members and support office growth.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Audit Management

Tax Compliance

Business Development

Education

ACA/ACCA Qualified

Tools

MS Office

Accounting Software

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A well-established and growing accountancy firm in London is looking to appoint an experienced Audit & Accounts Manager to join its management team. This position offers a broad role with around 75% focused on audit and 25% on statutory accounts, working with a wide-ranging portfolio of dynamic, owner-managed businesses.

The successful candidate will manage a client base of approximately 40 companies, with turnovers spanning from £1 million to £90 million, and annual fees starting from c£500,000.

We're seeking someone who is ACA or ACCA qualified with at least three years of post-qualification experience.

Duties:

• Acting as the main point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring high service standards are maintained.
• Leading audit and accounting projects from planning through to sign-off.
• Reviewing work prepared by team members, with a focus on audit files and year-end accounts.
• Meeting regularly with clients alongside partners to provide strategic and technical advice.
• Overseeing the preparation of corporation tax computations and ensuring compliance deadlines are met.
• Getting involved in business development activities, including networking and pitching for new clients.
• Supporting the growth of the office and mentoring junior team members.

Experience Required:

• ACA/ACCA qualified with solid post-qualified experience.
• Strong working knowledge of FRS 102.
• Demonstrable experience running audits from start to finish.
• Competent across MS Office (especially Excel), and familiar with accounting software.
• Experience with Caseware and Digita would be a plus, but not essential.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build lasting client relationships.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a hands-on managerial role with real responsibility and long-term progression opportunities. You will be able to commute to the client offices in London, Bank for this hybrid and permanent role in the office 3 days per week.