Accounting Services Manager – Corporate Accounting

About the role

We are seeking an Accounting Services Manager to join a leading Big 4 firm’s corporate accounting team in London. The role combines technical accounting, client delivery, and team leadership, offering a commercial perspective beyond traditional accounts positions.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and review of statutory financial statements for corporate clients.
• Oversee outsourced accounting assignments, including bookkeeping and periodic management accounts.
• Coordinate local statutory accounts for cross‑border clients and ensure compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and where relevant US GAAP.
• Advise clients on statutory accounting requirements and support advisory projects.
• Drive improvements in the statutory accounts production, audit, and filing cycle.
• Coach, supervise, and develop junior team members.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and internal specialists.

Required profile

• Qualified ACA or ACCA accountant (or international equivalent).
• Broad accounting or finance experience gained within practice.
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge.
• Professional, flexible, and client‑focused approach.

Required skills

• ACA qualification
• ACCA qualification
• UK GAAP
• IFRS
• US GAAP awareness
• Advanced Excel skills
• Proficiency with accounting systems

What we offer

• Competitive salary £65,000‑£75,000 per year plus benefits.
• Hybrid working model.
• Opportunities for technical training and long‑term career development within a Big 4 environment.