Business Manager

We are seeking an ACA or ACCA qualified Manager with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice firm to support a diverse range of clients, primarily within the music industry. This role involves managing a portfolio of high-profile artists, record labels, artist management companies, publishers, and charities, and requires a candidate with excellent personal and corporate tax knowledge.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Supervise and develop a team of trainees and bookkeepers.
• Manage client relationships, overseeing the business management and accountancy for a portfolio of 20+ clients.
• Handle all aspects of clients’ financial and personal affairs, including tour scheduling and international withholding tax mitigation.
• Oversee bookkeeping to ensure accounts are accurately prepared to trial balance.
• Review quarterly VAT returns and monthly/year-end payroll, including form P11D.
• Work on overseas VAT mitigation and recovery of foreign VAT.
• Review royalty accounting and prepare detailed royalty analyses.
• Prepare financial information, including variance analysis and net asset statements for high-net-worth individuals.
• Report on US quarterly tax and management accounts, liaising with overseas firms.
• Collaborate closely with the Accounts & Tax Department to prepare year-end accounts & tax returns.
• Manage business administration matters, such as bank accounts and payment processing.
• Oversee touring activities, including tour reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis in various currencies.
• Handle billing for your portfolio, including review of client WIP, client queries, and chasing debtors.
• Participate in staff appraisals and provide feedback.
• Represent the firm at music industry events.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• ACA or ACCA qualification.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice firm.
• Proficiency in accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, or ideally Twinfield.
• Previous experience with media clients is preferable.
• Strong personal and corporate tax knowledge.

Benefits:

• Flexible working hours with a core schedule.
• Minimum of 2 days a week in the office.
• Opportunity to work with high-profile clients in the music industry.
• Professional development in a supportive environment.

To apply for the Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.