Practice Manager - Accountancy Firm
Location: South West London - Westminster and Clapham Junction
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus
Permanent | Full-time | Office-based
We are working exclusively with a well-established and fast-growing accountancy practice to recruit a dynamic and experienced Practice Manager. This is a rare opportunity to join a thriving firm with a strong client base, spanning limited companies, sole traders, and high-net-worth individuals across a range of sectors including media, property, consultancy, hospitality, and professional services.
With two offices located in desirable South West London locations - Westminster and Clapham Junction, the practice supports over 450 limited companies and 600 individual clients. This senior leadership role is ideal for someone with strong operational management experience in a professional practice setting who thrives in a hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage day-to-day operations across both offices, including staff, client workflows, and general administration
* Handle client communications via email, phone, and in-person or virtual meetings
* Oversee the preparation and review of statutory accounts and corporation tax returns
* Lead both in-house and offshore PTE teams to ensure delivery targets are met
* Conduct ad hoc reviews of VAT returns and support with light bookkeeping as needed
* Manage self-assessment tax return processes and ensure efficient SATR workflow
* Respond to HMRC correspondence, including LPCs, WWDs, and compliance checks
What We're Looking For
* Broad general practice experience, including limited companies, sole traders, VAT, CIS, and personal tax
* Proficiency in QuickBooks and Xero (essential)
* Familiarity with TaxCalc (preferred but not essential)
* Strong knowledge of self-assessment tax, particularly involving high-net-worth and non-domiciled individuals
* Experience dealing with HMRC on various disclosures
* Confident communicator - able to liaise professionally with high-calibre clients via email, phone, and face-to-face
* Prior team leadership experience; able to train, mentor, and manage staff effectively
* Highly organised, with a detail-oriented and proactive approach
* A "can-do" attitude with a commitment to both client service and team collaboration
Why Apply?
This is a unique chance to step into a senior-level role within a fast-paced and commercially minded practice. You\'ll play a key part in the firm\'s continued growth and success while leading a capable team in a supportive and professional environment.
Interested?
Apply now to be considered for this exceptional opportunity. For a confidential discussion, please contact us today.
Team@poppletonsrecruitment.com
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