Accounts Manager

Accounts Manager

Up to £70,000 London City High-Growth Firm Outstanding Talent Only

The Opportunity

A forward-thinking, high-performing London practice is seeking an exceptional Accounts Manager to join during an exciting period of growth. At an exciting period of growth, this is your chance to step into a pivotal role, working closely with senior leadership in a sociable, ambitious firm that only hires the best.

This role is for someone hungry, driven, and ready to make their mark.

Why This Accounts Manager Role Stands Out

• Real influence - Bridge the gap between Seniors and leadership during a key growth phase
• Partner-track mentality - Join a firm that develops Managers into future leaders
• Outstanding talent only - They're selective and want people who match their pace
• Sociable culture - Quarterly socials, team nights out, Christmas quiz, open mic nights
• Modern practice - Introducing Karbon, investing in systems and people
• Genuine progression - Clear pathways to Associate Director and beyond
• High-calibre team - Work alongside ambitious, like-minded professionals

The Accounts Manager Role

Play a pivotal part in strengthening the Accounts team, taking ownership of reviewing work, managing workflows, and supporting the Associate Director across a team of 9-10.

Key Responsibilities

• Review work completed by the team across accounts and compliance
• Workflow oversight, WIP management, and billing
• Timesheets, budgeting, and deadline planning
• Statutory accounts, CoSec, and corporate tax review
• Preparation and review of complex financial statements
• Support the team in a fast-moving environment
• Guide and mentor developing Semi-Seniors and Seniors
• Work closely with leadership as the team implements Karbon

Working Arrangement: Office-based role with one WFH day per week for Managers

What You'll Need

• 8+ years' practice experience in accounts and compliance
• Practice background essential - OMB and SME cross-sector client experience
• Confident reviewer with excellent technical grounding
• Strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy office
• Natural leader who enjoys developing junior team members
• Ambitious and proactive - someone who wants to be a Partner one day
• Exceptional communication skills that set you apart
• Drive and attitude - talent alone isn't enough; they want people who are hungry to succeed

This is a firm that wants high-calibre people who match its pace. Talent, attitude, and ambition are key.

Why Join This Firm?

This is a practice that's growing, modern, and selective. They take pride in only recruiting the best people and offering them the environment, tools, and support to excel.

Culture & Environment

• Sociable, lively office atmosphere
• Quarterly socials and team nights out
• Memorable Christmas parties, Christmas quiz, and open mic nights
• Close-knit culture where Managers genuinely make an impact
• Strong internal support and clear long-term progression
• Average team age in late 20s/early 30s - energetic, ambitious group

What's On Offer

• Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE
• Holiday: 25 days + bank holidays
• Christmas closure: Approx. 23 Dec - early Jan
• Medical cover
• Death in service
• Discretionary bonus
• Paid overtime during busy periods
• One WFH day per week for Managers

The Ideal Accounts Manager Candidate

You're an experienced Accounts Manager or strong Assistant Manager with 8+ years' practice experience who's ready to step up. You're not just technically strong - you have the communication skills, drive, and ambition that set you apart from your peers.

You want to work in a high-energy, sociable environment with talented people who share your ambition. You're looking for a firm that will invest in you, challenge you, and give you a genuine pathway to Partner.

You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy leading and developing teams, and want to be part of something that's growing and going places.

Apply Now

This Accounts Manager role is for outstanding talent only. If you're ambitious, driven, and ready to join a firm on an upward trajectory with genuine Partner potential, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Salary will match the right candidate - if you're exceptional, they'll pay what it takes.

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