Assistant Manager

About the role

We are looking for an Assistant Manager to join our accounting team in London. The role offers exposure to a diverse client base across media, entertainment, property, and technology sectors, providing a broad understanding of business finance.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting tasks and review client financial statements prepared under FRS 105, FRS 102 1A and FRS 102.
• Prepare and submit corporation tax returns and a portfolio of monthly/quarterly VAT returns.
• Manage Making Tax Digital submissions for multiple clients.
• Liaise directly with clients on routine queries and prepare personal tax returns.
• Review sole‑trader annual accounts and conduct technical research for senior managers.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff, contribute to training needs and participate in performance reviews.
• Assist the manager with workflow management and support overseas tax matters.

Required profile

• ACA or ACCA qualified with 1‑2 years post‑qualification experience.
• Strong technical accounting ability and commercial awareness of budgets and billing processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships at all organisational levels.
• Self‑motivated, able to work with minimal supervision and a good team player.

Required skills

• FRS 105, FRS 102 1A, FRS 102
• Corporation tax, VAT and Making Tax Digital compliance
• Personal tax return preparation
• Sole‑trader annual accounts
• CCH Accounts Production
• Personal Tax software
• Xero accounting software
• Microsoft Office suite

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Full CPD training and further professional development.
• Clear progression path to management within a growing firm.
• Annual payment of professional subscriptions.
• Option to work from home.