Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant? Would you like to support some of the biggest names in entertainment with their day-to-day finances and accounting? Our client, an established accountancy firm based in London's West End, provides accountancy services to clients in the media & entertainment industry. They are recognised as leaders in their field and count some of the world's best known actors, film directors, musicians and production companies amongst their clients. As an Assistant Manager, you will be assigned a portfolio of clients to manage and will be jointly responsible for supervising juniors on the team. Responsibilities will include: - Overseeing bookkeeping for all of the individuals and companies in your portfolio, including accounts payable and accounts receivable and ensuring that quarterly VAT returns are prepared and submitted - Acting as a 'business manager' for high profile clients; looking after their personal finances - Month end accounting, preparing/reviewing management accounts - DESIRABLE: statutory accounts preparation/review for limited companies under FRS 102 1a and FRS 105 - Dealing with entertainment-specific tax, such as withholding tax for entertainers, FEU returns and Creative Industry Tax Reliefs (CITR) - Providing ongoing advice to clients regarding their accounts, taxes and obligations and liaising with the tax team when necessary Staff at the firm enjoy flexible working hours, hybrid working and excellent opportunities for progression. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team who truly enjoy their work. To be considered for this opportunity, you must: - Have a minimum of 5 years experience at a UK accountancy firm - Be ACA or ACCA qualified - Live within a commutable distance of London This role would suit someone currently working as an Outsourcing Supervisor / Assistant Manager or someone currently working as an Accounts Senior / Outsourcing Senior who is looking for progression. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with clients in the entertainment industry. If you are interested in this position and meet the criteria above, please apply today!
Aug 15, 2026
Full time
Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant? Would you like to support some of the biggest names in entertainment with their day-to-day finances and accounting? Our client, an established accountancy firm based in London's West End, provides accountancy services to clients in the media & entertainment industry. They are recognised as leaders in their field and count some of the world's best known actors, film directors, musicians and production companies amongst their clients. As an Assistant Manager, you will be assigned a portfolio of clients to manage and will be jointly responsible for supervising juniors on the team. Responsibilities will include: - Overseeing bookkeeping for all of the individuals and companies in your portfolio, including accounts payable and accounts receivable and ensuring that quarterly VAT returns are prepared and submitted - Acting as a 'business manager' for high profile clients; looking after their personal finances - Month end accounting, preparing/reviewing management accounts - DESIRABLE: statutory accounts preparation/review for limited companies under FRS 102 1a and FRS 105 - Dealing with entertainment-specific tax, such as withholding tax for entertainers, FEU returns and Creative Industry Tax Reliefs (CITR) - Providing ongoing advice to clients regarding their accounts, taxes and obligations and liaising with the tax team when necessary Staff at the firm enjoy flexible working hours, hybrid working and excellent opportunities for progression. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team who truly enjoy their work. To be considered for this opportunity, you must: - Have a minimum of 5 years experience at a UK accountancy firm - Be ACA or ACCA qualified - Live within a commutable distance of London This role would suit someone currently working as an Outsourcing Supervisor / Assistant Manager or someone currently working as an Accounts Senior / Outsourcing Senior who is looking for progression. The ideal candidate will have experience of working with clients in the entertainment industry. If you are interested in this position and meet the criteria above, please apply today!
Outsourcing Senior - Chartered Accountancy Practice - 34,000 to 45,000 per annum base salary Location - Reading Qualifications - Either PQ/ Finalist ACA or ACCA, but will also consider QBE candidates About the Business My client is a long-standing Accountancy Practice based in Reading with a heritage spanning over 100 years. This client services a large number of clients across Thames Valley and London which include small to medium sized businesses across all industry sectors. This role will report into the Outsourcing Supervisor of the business. This position will manage a client outsourcing portfolio and will be responsible for preparing & producing monthly management accounts, VAT returns and supporting the bookkeeping requirments. Key Duties Preparation of bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients using a range of cloud accounting software Preparation of VAT returns and ensuring compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements. Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts, including balance sheet reconciliations and performance reporting. Preparing year-end accounting records and supporting schedules for handover to the Accounts team. Assisting the Outsourcing Supervisor with the review of bookkeeping records, VAT returns and management accounts prepared by junior staff. Liaising directly with clients to resolve bookkeeping, VAT and accounting software queries. Assisting with the provision of client training on bookkeeping systems and accounting processes. What we are looking for: 2-3 years accountancy practice experience Either PQ/ Finalist ACA or ACCA, but will also consider QBE candidates Experience in producing management accounts & preparing VAT returns Experience managing a client portfolio What is on offer: 34,000 to 45,000 base salary Easily accessible via car and public transport routes 12-month salary review Discretionary Bonus Lots of opportunities to progress and develop To apply for the Outsourcing Senior vacancy, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
Outsourcing Senior - Chartered Accountancy Practice - 34,000 to 45,000 per annum base salary Location - Reading Qualifications - Either PQ/ Finalist ACA or ACCA, but will also consider QBE candidates About the Business My client is a long-standing Accountancy Practice based in Reading with a heritage spanning over 100 years. This client services a large number of clients across Thames Valley and London which include small to medium sized businesses across all industry sectors. This role will report into the Outsourcing Supervisor of the business. This position will manage a client outsourcing portfolio and will be responsible for preparing & producing monthly management accounts, VAT returns and supporting the bookkeeping requirments. Key Duties Preparation of bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients using a range of cloud accounting software Preparation of VAT returns and ensuring compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements. Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts, including balance sheet reconciliations and performance reporting. Preparing year-end accounting records and supporting schedules for handover to the Accounts team. Assisting the Outsourcing Supervisor with the review of bookkeeping records, VAT returns and management accounts prepared by junior staff. Liaising directly with clients to resolve bookkeeping, VAT and accounting software queries. Assisting with the provision of client training on bookkeeping systems and accounting processes. What we are looking for: 2-3 years accountancy practice experience Either PQ/ Finalist ACA or ACCA, but will also consider QBE candidates Experience in producing management accounts & preparing VAT returns Experience managing a client portfolio What is on offer: 34,000 to 45,000 base salary Easily accessible via car and public transport routes 12-month salary review Discretionary Bonus Lots of opportunities to progress and develop To apply for the Outsourcing Senior vacancy, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
