Job Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced

Accounts & Tax Manager

to manage a

mixed non-audit portfolio

, with a strong focus on clients in the

media and creative industries

. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work alongside team leadership, client management, and workflow oversight.


You will play a key role in reviewing statutory accounts and tax work, overseeing juniors, and acting as a trusted point of contact for clients and HMRC.

Key Responsibilities

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Portfolio & Client Management

Manage a

mixed non-audit portfolio

, predominantly within the

media sector

Act as the main day-to-day contact for clients, providing proactive and practical advice Handle and respond to

HMRC queries

, correspondence, and compliance matters Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring timely delivery and high service standards
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Accounts & Tax

Review

year-end statutory accounts

prepared under

FRS 102 1A and FRS 105

Review

corporation tax computations and CT600s

Oversee

personal tax returns

for directors and sole traders Ensure

VAT compliance

, including review of VAT returns and advisory support where required Oversee

monthly and quarterly management accounts

for selected clients
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Team & Workflow Management

Manage workflow across your portfolio to ensure deadlines are met

Supervise, review, and support junior team members

, providing guidance and feedback Assist with training and development of junior staff Ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and in line with firm procedures
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Systems & Process

Work confidently across

Xero, QuickBooks Online (QBO), and Dext

Review bookkeeping outputs and ensure data integrity Contribute to process improvements and efficient use of cloud accounting systems

Skills & Experience

Essential:

Strong experience in an

accountancy practice

, non-audit focused Solid technical knowledge of IFRS,

FRS 102 1A and FRS 105

Experience reviewing

CT600s, personal tax, and VAT

Confident client-facing skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Experience supervising or reviewing the work of junior staff

Desirable:

Experience working with

media or creative industry clients

ACCA / ACA qualified or qualified by experience Exposure to management accounts and advisory work

What We're Looking For

Highly organised with strong attention to detail Comfortable managing deadlines and competing priorities Collaborative team player with a supportive leadership style * Proactive, commercially minded, and client-focused