Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Public Practice AccountingIndustry
Accountancy FirmsPay
£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.
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.
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.
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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