Business Services Assistant Manager

Insite Public Practice Recruitment Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy firm in London is seeking a talented Business Services Assistant Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio and mentor trainees. This role requires an ACA/ACCA qualification and experience in advising clients, preferably in the creative industries. You will work closely with clients, providing high-quality service and financial guidance. This is a unique opportunity to shape the development of both the business and its team members.

Qualifications

• 2+ years post-qualified ACA/ACCA experience.
• Practical experience advising clients in dynamic sectors.
• Enjoys mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex client accounts and smaller businesses.
• Provide business management services and financial guidance.
• Manage and mentor trainees during their ACA/ACCA studies.
• Act as a primary contact for clients with a focus on quality.

Skills

Tax knowledge

Mentoring

Client advisory

Team management

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Business Services Assistant Manager - Growing UK Accountancy Practice in London

My client is a fast-growing UK accountancy practice seeking a talented Business Services Assistant Manager to join our expanding team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious, hands‑on professional to take ownership of a diverse portfolio and help shape the development of our clients and team.

About the Role

As Business Services Assistant Manager (London), you will:

• Work on the affairs of our largest and most complex clients, as well as smaller businesses.
• Provide a full range of business management services, including accounts preparation, corporate and personal tax advice, and general financial guidance.
• Manage and mentor a team of trainees, supporting their professional development at various stages of their ACA / ACCA studies.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring high-quality service, practical advice, and proactive support.

About You

They are looking for a candidate who:

• Is ideally two years post-qualified (ACA / ACCA).
• Has practical tax knowledge and hands‑on experience advising clients.
• Has experience in the music or creative industries (or equivalent dynamic sectors).
• Enjoys mentoring and developing trainees, balancing technical work with people management.