Accounts Supervisor - Chinese Speaking

Accounts Supervisor – Chinese Speaking | Top 20 Firm

Are you an ACA or ACCA finalist or qualified accounting professional with fluency in Mandarin or Cantonese, looking to step into a high-visibility leadership role within a premier London accountancy practice? Are you eager to combine your technical expertise in accounting standards with portfolio management and client advisory for a prestigious roster of international and Far East corporate clients? If so, this Accounts Supervisor position offers an outstanding platform to accelerate your career, direct client engagements, and mentor a talented general practice team.

This Top 20 Firm enjoys an enviable reputation as one of London's most dynamic and prestigious accountancy practices. Operating with a high-touch, partner-led approach, the practice provides full-service financial advisory, accounting, and compliance solutions to an impressive portfolio of owner-managed businesses, high-net-worth individuals, and multinational groups. Known for its highly collaborative culture, exceptional staff retention, and dedicated international service desks, the firm offers a progressive, modern working environment where professionals are empowered to take ownership of their career trajectory and client relationships.

Responsibilities

As an Accounts Supervisor, you will:

• Portfolio & Client Management: Manage and develop a diverse portfolio of international and UK-based clients, acting as the primary point of contact and driving high-quality service delivery.




• Technical Review & Compliance: Review financial statements and management accounts for statutory compliance, ensuring robust file completion and resolving complex technical accounting points.




• Team Leadership & Development: Direct day-to-day team operations, review work accuracy, conduct constructive file reviews, and actively coach and mentor junior staff to foster professional growth.




• WIP & Billing Control: Manage client Work in Progress (WIP), oversee fee billing processes, monitor budget engagement economics, and provide regular operational updates to Partners.




• Cross-Department Collaboration: Liaise seamlessly across tax, audit, and payroll service lines to ensure efficient job delivery and identify up-selling and cross-selling opportunities across your portfolio.




• Technical Advisory: Interpret and apply current UK GAAP and IFRS accounting standards, providing practical technical guidance to both internal team members and corporate clients.

Requirements (You Will Need)

• Professional Qualification: Be ACA or ACCA qualified or finalist with experience within a UK accountancy practice.




• Linguistic Skills: Demonstrate native or professional fluency in English along with Mandarin or Cantonese (additional Asian language skills such as Thai, Malay, or Vietnamese are also advantageous).




• Technical Expertise: Possess strong statutory accounts preparation and review experience, with thorough working knowledge of UK GAAP / FRS 102.




• Commercial & Leadership Skills: Exhibit strong business acumen, proven team management abilities, and effective client handling skills with a track record of building lasting professional relationships.

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive baseline salary benchmarked against London market rates




• 2-3 days hybrid working pattern per week




• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays




• Annual discretionary performance bonus scheme




• Structured professional development and clear pathway to Assistant Manager / Manager

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