Practice Manager

Position: Practice Manager (Permanent)
An established and well-regarded accountancy and tax practice based in South East London is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to oversee the operational, financial and compliance functions of the firm.

This is a senior, hands-on role working closely with the partners to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice while supporting strategic growth and maintaining high standards of client service.

Role

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the practice, ensuring efficient workflows and processes

• Work closely with partners on strategic planning, financial performance and business growth

• Monitor WIP, billing, debtors and key performance indicators

• Ensure compliance with GDPR, AML regulations and professional standards

• Manage client onboarding and maintain strong client relationships

• Act as a key point of contact for clients and HMRC

• Conduct client tax review meetings and identify value-added opportunities

• Prepare or oversee the preparation of VAT returns, year-end accounts, corporate and personal tax returns

• Manage payroll and CIS delivery through the team

• Review client profitability and engagement suitability

• Support and oversee audit assignments, ensuring compliance with auditing standards

• Act as Responsible Individual (RI) where applicable, or work towards RI status with full partner support

• Identify operational efficiencies and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Support marketing, networking and business development activity

• Undertake ad-hoc duties as required by senior management

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified

• Strong experience within an accountancy practice

• Proven experience in practice management or a senior managerial role

• Strong technical knowledge across accounts, tax, compliance and audit

• Audit experience essential; RI status preferred but not essential

• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills

• Confident managing staff, clients and operational processes

• Commercially aware with a proactive, problem-solving mindset

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.

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