Accounts Manager (Music & Entertainment)

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    London
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Public Practice Accounting
  • Industry

    Accountancy Firms
  • Pay

    £65,000 – £80,000

London – Hybrid Working | £65,000 – £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Your new company

Join a leading boutique accountancy firm renowned for its specialist work in the music, entertainment, and creative industries. With a client portfolio spanning chart-topping artists, global touring acts, production companies, and digital creators, this firm offers a dynamic and culturally rich environment where your passion for the arts meets technical excellence.

Your new role

As Accounting Manager, you’ll take ownership of a high-profile portfolio of music and entertainment clients, delivering bespoke accounting, tax, and advisory services. You’ll manage a small team, oversee client relationships, and work closely with partners on strategic planning, royalty analysis, and international structuring. This is a client-facing role with scope to influence and innovate.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing year-end accounts, management reporting, and tax compliance for music and entertainment clients
  • Advising on touring structures, royalty income, and international tax matters
  • Leading and mentoring junior staff
  • Liaising with agents, lawyers, and international advisors
  • Supporting business development and onboarding new clients

What you'll need to succeed

You’ll be ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with post-qualified experience in practice. A background in music, media, or entertainment accounting is highly desirable. You’ll be confident managing client relationships, technically strong, and commercially astute. Experience with Xero, Sage, or specialist royalty software is a plus.

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
  • Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
  • Private medical, enhanced pension, and generous holiday allowance
  • Access to industry events, showcases, and networking opportunities
  • A vibrant, inclusive culture with a genuine passion for the creative industries


What you need to do now


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