At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a portfolio of Music & Entertainment clients and prepare financial statements.
- Company: Join a fast-growing accountancy firm specialising in the creative industries.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and birthday off.
- Other info: Dynamic team culture with long-term career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Work with high-profile clients in music and entertainment while maintaining work-life balance.
- Qualifications: ACCA/ACA qualified or finalist with experience in UK accountancy practice.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 50000 £ per year.
A fast-growing and highly respected Accountancy Practice with offices across London, Glasgow and Hertfordshire is looking to recruit a Senior Accountant / Semi Senior Accountant to join their specialist Music & Entertainment division based in Central London. This is a unique opportunity to join a niche specialist firm working with clients across the Music, Entertainment, Media, Creative Arts and Sports industries. The firm acts for a wide range of musicians, DJs, producers, influencers, entertainers, sports professionals, management companies, record labels and creative businesses across the UK.
In today’s market, work-life balance and flexible working are essential. Unlike many firms, this opportunity offers hybrid working from day one — not after probation.
The Opportunity
This role would suit an ACCA / ACA Qualified Accountant or Finalist (1-2 exams remaining) with strong UK Practice experience and previous exposure managing Music, Media, Entertainment or Creative Industry clients. The successful candidate will manage their own portfolio of clients whilst working closely with business owners, artists, entertainers and high-net-worth individuals across the creative sectors.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a portfolio of approximately 150–180 Music & Entertainment industry clients
- Preparing statutory accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105
- Preparing and reviewing VAT returns
- Corporation Tax (CT600) compliance
- Preparing Self-Assessment and Personal Tax Returns
- Providing Personal Tax advice to clients within the Music & Entertainment sector
- Managing bookkeeping and year-end accounting processes
- Liaising directly with musicians, entertainers, agents, managers and creative businesses
- Supporting clients with cloud accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks
- Ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met efficiently
- Building long‑term client relationships within the Music, Media and Entertainment sectors
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- ACA or ACCA Qualified status, or Finalist level with 1-2 exams remaining
- Minimum 3+ years’ UK Accountancy Practice experience
- Previous experience managing Music, Entertainment, Media or Sports industry clients (ESSENTIAL)
- Strong understanding of accounting and tax requirements within the Entertainment industry
- Experience preparing statutory accounts, VAT returns and tax returns
- Strong knowledge of FRS 102 and FRS 105
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience using Xero, QuickBooks and cloud accounting software
What’s on Offer
- £38,000 - £50,000 salary depending on experience
- Hybrid working from day one (3 days from home)
- Central London office location
- Birthday off
- Modern and flexible working culture
- Exposure to high‑profile Music, Entertainment and Sports clients
- Long‑term progression opportunities within a growing specialist firm
- Strong work‑life balance and supportive team culture
Senior Accountant | Music & Entertainment Clients | 3 Days From Home | Central London employer: Knightwell Recruitment
Join a fast-growing and highly respected accountancy practice that champions work-life balance and flexible working from day one, with the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of clients in the vibrant Music and Entertainment sectors. Located in Central London, this firm not only offers competitive salaries and modern working culture but also provides long-term progression opportunities within a supportive team environment, making it an excellent employer for those passionate about the creative industries.
