Practice Manager For Accountancy Firm in London

Poppletons Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a thriving accountancy firm in London as a Practice Manager. This senior leadership role involves managing day-to-day operations, client communications, and overseeing accounting tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong operational management experience in a professional practice setting, excel in client engagement, and demonstrate a commitment to team collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Broad range of employee benefits

Qualifications

• Broad general practice experience, including limited companies, sole traders, VAT, CIS, and personal tax.
• Strong knowledge of self-assessment tax and experience dealing with HMRC.
• Confident communicator with prior team leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations across both offices, including staff and client workflows.
• Oversee the preparation and review of statutory accounts and corporation tax returns.
• Conduct ad hoc reviews of VAT returns and support with light bookkeeping as needed.

Skills

Operational Management

Client Communication

Team Leadership

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

TaxCalc

Job description

Practice Manager For Accountancy Firm in London

Practice Manager - Accountancy Firm

Location: South West London - Westminster and Clapham Junction

Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus

Permanent | Full-time | Office-based

We are working exclusively with a well-established and fast-growing accountancy practice to recruit a dynamic and experienced Practice Manager. This is a rare opportunity to join a thriving firm with a strong client base, spanning limited companies, sole traders, and high-net-worth individuals across a range of sectors including media, property, consultancy, hospitality, and professional services.

With two offices located in desirable South West London locations - Westminster and Clapham Junction, the practice supports over 450 limited companies and 600 individual clients. This senior leadership role is ideal for someone with strong operational management experience in a professional practice setting who thrives in a hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations across both offices, including staff, client workflows, and general administration
• Handle client communications via email, phone, and in-person or virtual meetings
• Oversee the preparation and review of statutory accounts and corporation tax returns
• Lead both in-house and offshore PTE teams to ensure delivery targets are met
• Conduct ad hoc reviews of VAT returns and support with light bookkeeping as needed
• Manage self-assessment tax return processes and ensure efficient SATR workflow
• Respond to HMRC correspondence, including LPCs, WWDs, and compliance checks

What We're Looking For:

• Broad general practice experience, including limited companies, sole traders, VAT, CIS, and personal tax
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and Xero (essential)
• Familiarity with TaxCalc (preferred but not essential)
• Strong knowledge of self-assessment tax, particularly involving high-net-worth and non-domiciled individuals
• Experience dealing with HMRC on various disclosures
• Confident communicator - able to liaise professionally with high-calibre clients via email, phone, and face-to-face
• Prior team leadership experience; able to train, mentor, and manage staff effectively
• Highly organised, with a detail-oriented and proactive approach
• A "can-do" attitude with a commitment to both client service and team collaboration

Why Apply?

This is a unique chance to step into a senior-level role within a fast-paced and commercially minded practice. You'll play a key part in the firm's continued growth and success while leading a capable team in a supportive and professional environment.

Interested?

Apply now to be considered for this exceptional opportunity. For a confidential discussion, please contact us today.

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• Competitive salary and a broad range of employee benefits