Senior Bookkeeper | Manager

Reference: 26176_1787213826

Senior Bookkeeper | Business Services Manager - Accountancy Practice
Central London
£40,000 - £50,000+ DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a leading specialist accountancy firm in the recruitment of a Senior Bookkeeper or Business Services Manager.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised firm specialising in the entertainment, media, sport and creative industries. Working with an impressive portfolio of high-profile clients, you will manage your own client portfolio while delivering high-quality bookkeeping, VAT and business management services within a collaborative and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a portfolio of clients across the entertainment, media, sport and creative sectors
  • Prepare bookkeeping records and process VAT returns for a varied client base
  • Liaise directly with clients, agents, managers and other professional advisers
  • Reconcile agency statements and assist with withholding tax (WHT) matters
  • Process payrolls where applicable (experience beneficial)
  • Ensure clients receive a proactive, confidential and high-quality service
  • Support and review junior team members as the role develops


Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years experience within an accountancy practice in a bookkeeping or business services role
  • Strong bookkeeping and VAT experience
  • Experience using Xero (Sage experience also beneficial)
  • Knowledge of UK VAT and PAYE, with WHT experience advantageous
  • Excellent communication skills with the confidence to work directly with high-profile clients
  • Organised, discreet and able to manage multiple client assignments simultaneously
  • Previous experience working with entertainment, media or sports clients would be advantageous


What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary from £40,000
  • Hybrid working options after probation
  • 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Ongoing technical and professional development
  • Opportunity to progress into a managerial role with staff supervision responsibilities
  • Friendly, collaborative culture with regular team socials
  • Part-time (4-day week) considered


Interested?
If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 016 1388 5710 | [email protected]

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£40,000.00 - £55,000.00
Per annum
GBP40000.00 - GBP55000.00 per annum
Added 20/08/2026
Reference: 26176_1787213826

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