Business Service Senior Manager in London

Senior Manager | Creative Clients | London

Are you an ambitious Senior Manager looking to step into a practice that offers genuine autonomy, leadership ownership, and exposure to high-profile clients within the international entertainment and media sector If you want to move away from rigid corporate structures and make a tangible impact on a growing team and client portfolio, this opportunity is designed for you.

This is a specialised 5 Partner firm based in the West End of London, renowned for providing bespoke accountancy and tax advisory services to prominent individuals and companies within the entertainment and media industry. By combining deep sector expertise with a personal, attentive service model, the firm delivers tailored solutions that foster long-term client relationships. Operating at the intersection of creativity and commerce, the practice provides an environment where senior professionals can drive strategic growth, mentor talent, and handle diverse UK and international client affairs.

Responsibilities

• Manage and take full ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients, acting as the primary point of contact for accounts, tax, and general advisory needs.

• Lead, mentor, and oversee a team of staff, including resource allocation, performance management, and career development.

• Review financial statements, corporation tax returns, VAT returns, management accounts, and personal tax returns with precision.

• Collaborate with internal specialist teams, such as tax and payroll, to ensure coordinated and efficient service delivery.

• Oversee the complete billing process, manage work-in-progress (WIP), and monitor job budgets and deadlines.

• Lead weekly manager meetings and provide regular progress updates to the Partners.

• Implement new internal processes and leverage technology to optimise practice efficiency and workflow tracking.

• Deliver high-level advice to clients, assisting with complex financial matters, business management support, and systems implementation.

As a Senior Manager you will:

• Be ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified

• Have a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience

• Have experience managing a portfolio of accounts and tax clients

• Demonstrate strong leadership skills

What You’ll Receive

• Car allowance included alongside a competitive base salary.

• 27 days annual leave plus public holidays.

• Enhanced employer pension contributions.

• Private medical insurance covering family members.

• Health Cash Plan featuring gym discounts and online GP access.

• Relaxed dress code and regular team and firm-wide social events.

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