Accounts Senior Manager

GPN Recruitment are delighted to be working with a respected and progressive mid-sized accountancy firm in London who are seeking an Accounts Senior Manager (or Experienced Manager) to take ownership of a busy and varied portfolio of clients with a fee income of up to £700K. You will be working with a large number of small to medium sized businesses and the role is well suited to a commercially-minded qualified professional with strong technical expertise and staff management experience.

Working closely with partners and department heads, you will oversee a team of seniors, semi-seniors and trainees, and ensure delivery across a diverse client base. The role will also involve advisory work such as outsourced accounting, due diligence, group restructures, and bespoke assignments.

Please learn more below and make sure to apply now:

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, ensuring quality and timely delivery of accounts and limited audit assignments
• Act as the primary contact for client queries, maintaining strong working relationships and providing strategic input
• Plan, review and finalise statutory accounts in line with FRS 102 and UK GAAP
• Lead on ad-hoc projects such as group restructures and sell-side diligence assignments
• Mentor junior staff, conduct regular reviews and ensure team progression
• Collaborate with internal tax and cloud accounting teams to provide a seamless client experience
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and ensure consistent workflows
• Liaise directly with partners and act as a reliable support on complex engagements
• 90% accounts work

About You:

• ACA/ACCA qualified with 5+ years post-qualified experience
• Strong technical grounding in UK GAAP, FRS 102 and auditing standards
• Confident communicator with proven experience managing teams and liaising directly with clients
• Proficient in Xero, CCH, and Excel for forecasting and reporting
• Able to balance client delivery with internal leadership and staff development
• Commercially aware, dynamic, and proactive in identifying opportunities or risks within a portfolio

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive Salary and benefits package
• Hybrid working opportunities available
• To Work in a highly supportive environment with great progression potential

This is an excellent interim opportunity for a capable Senior Manager (or Experienced Manager) looking to make an impact in a people-focused firm known for its collaborative culture and ambitious client base.