Manager – Qualified Accountant (Practice)

The Maine Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent accountancy firm in London is seeking a Manager – Qualified Accountant. This is a fully office-based role where you'll lead a team, manage client portfolios, and oversee compliance and tax planning. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA qualified with experience in public practice and a passion for mentorship. The position offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £66,000.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in public practice required.
• Proven experience managing and developing staff.
• Strong technical knowledge across corporate and personal tax.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse client portfolio across various sectors.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5-7 accountants.
• Support complex tax planning projects and advisory work.

Skills

Mentoring teams

Tax challenges

Client service

Detail-oriented

Leadership

Client-facing communication

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

VT+

IRIS

Sage

Job description

Manager – Qualified Accountant (Practice)
£60,000 - £66,000
Fully Office Based, London, West End – nearest station Oxford Circus
(Hyrbrid 4 days office / 1 day home after probationary period)

Are you a seasoned practice Accountant with a passion for mentoring teams, solving complex tax challenges, and delivering exceptional client service? We’re working with a respected, independent accountancy firm in Central London that’s growing — and looking for a Manager to join their team.
This is a standout opportunity to step into a senior leadership role at a people-focused firm where your ideas will be heard, your growth will be supported, and your impact will be seen.
Our client are open to candidates who are ready to step into a manager role, or those who are already at manager level but looking for career development opportunities

About the Role
As Manager, you’ll lead a small team of junior and senior accountants, oversee a varied client portfolio, and collaborate closely with senior leadership on everything from compliance reviews to high-level tax planning. You'll be the go-to for clients and a trusted mentor for your team — all while helping shape the firm’s continued growth.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Managing a diverse client portfolio across business, property, charity, and international sectors
• Reviewing and finalising accounts and tax computations
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of 5–7 accountants
• Supporting complex tax planning projects and specialist advisory work
• Meeting new clients and preparing tailored engagement proposals
• Improving processes, promoting best practices, and staying current with regulatory changes

What We’re Looking For

• ACA/ACCA qualified with significant experience in public practice
• Strong technical knowledge across corporate and personal tax
• A natural leader with proven experience managing and developing staff
• Confident communicator with strong client-facing skills
• Detail-oriented with high standards when reviewing work
• Familiarity with systems such as Xero, VT+, IRIS, and Sage