Audit & Accounts Manager

North West London | Hybrid Working Available
£65,000 – £75,000 + Route to RI Status + Partnership Prospects

For ambitious Audit & Accounts professionals, opportunities to genuinely progress beyond Manager level can be difficult to find.

This role offers something different.

A respected and growing independent accountancy firm is looking to appoint an Audit & Accounts Manager to join its leadership team. With a strong pipeline of new business, an established audit portfolio and succession planning firmly on the agenda, the firm can offer a clear pathway towards Responsible Individual (RI) status and, ultimately, Partnership.

This is a broad and commercially focused role, combining approximately 50% audit and 50% accounts work, with exposure to an impressive and diverse client base. You'll work closely with the Partners, gain visibility across the wider practice and play a key role in shaping the future growth of the firm.

The Opportunity

The portfolio includes a varied mix of clients ranging from entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses and established SMEs through to sizeable UK groups, international subsidiaries and complex multi-entity organisations.

You'll have the opportunity to build long-term relationships with business owners, finance directors and senior stakeholders, acting as a trusted adviser rather than simply overseeing compliance work.

For candidates with aspirations to progress into leadership, the firm is committed to investing in the right individual and providing the support, exposure and mentoring required to achieve RI status and develop towards Partnership.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a diverse portfolio of audit and accounts clients across multiple sectors.
• Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion and final sign-off review.
• Reviewing statutory accounts prepared under UK GAAP.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, providing commercial and technical advice.
• Building strong relationships with business owners, directors and finance teams.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior and senior staff while supporting their development.
• Working alongside Partners on complex assignments and advisory projects.
• Identifying opportunities to expand existing client relationships and generate new business.
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the audit function.

What We're Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Strong audit and accounts experience gained within UK practice.
• Previous experience managing client portfolios and leading teams.
• Excellent technical knowledge of audit and financial reporting standards.
• A commercial mindset and a genuine interest in developing client relationships.
• Strong people management and mentoring capabilities.
• Ambition to progress towards RI status, Director or Partner level.
• Experience working with SMEs, owner-managed businesses and larger corporate groups.

What's On Offer

• Salary of £65,000 – £75,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Clear route to Responsible Individual (RI) status.
• Genuine long-term Partnership prospects.
• Significant client exposure and direct access to decision-makers.
• Diverse portfolio covering SMEs, owner-managed businesses and sizeable group structures.
• Strong investment in professional development and leadership training.
• Supportive, collaborative culture with a highly experienced leadership team.
• Opportunity to play a visible role in the future growth of the practice.

This position would suit a high-performing Assistant Manager looking for their first management role, an existing Manager seeking a clearer progression pathway, or an experienced professional who wants to accelerate their journey towards RI and Partnership within a forward-thinking independent firm.

Applications and enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence.