
Chartered Accountant / Management Accountant – ACA, ACCA, CIMA – 3–6 years PQE
Remote Choice
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United Kingdom
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About the role
- Manage a portfolio of UK SME clients within a practice environment
- Prepare and review statutory accounts under UK GAAP (FRS 105, FRS 102 Section 1A, and full FRS 102 where applicable)
- Deliver high-quality management accounts and monthly reporting packs
- Oversee VAT returns and statutory compliance submissions
- Provide value-added advisory support to SME clients, including: Cash flow analysis, Budgeting and forecasting, Business performance insights
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong relationships
- Liaise with auditors, tax specialists, and internal teams to ensure compliance
- Identify and implement efficiencies to improve month-end and reporting timelines
- Review accounts prepared by junior and offshore production teams
- Ensure technical accuracy and compliance with UK accounting standards
- Provide structured feedback and support team development
- Assist the Production/Practice Manager with workflow planning and delivery
- Support monthly practice performance and resourcing discussions
- Monitor deadlines, ensuring timely delivery across the client portfolio
- Maintain CRM/practice management systems tracking WIP and deadlines
- Support onboarding of new SME clients into the practice
- Conduct initial financial reviews and identify key risks/opportunities
- Provide clear action plans for delivery teams
- Ensure compliance requirements and deadlines are clearly communicated
- Assist in planning and monitoring Work in Progress (WIP)
Requirements
- ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
- 3–6 years’ post-qualification experience within UK practice or SME-focused environments
- Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102 / FRS 105)
- Proven experience working with UK SMEs in a client-facing capacity
- Comfortable managing a client portfolio within a practice setting
- Strong systems experience (cloud accounting platforms, practice software, CRM tools)
- Excellent communication skills with a professional, client-centric approach
- Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and efficiency
- Commitment to ongoing professional development (e.g., UK tax updates, technical training)
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
statutory accountsUK GAAPFRS 105FRS 102VAT returnscash flow analysisbudgetingforecastingbusiness performance insightscompliance
Soft Skills
relationship buildingcommunicationteam developmentproactive mindsetclient-centric approachefficiency focusworkflow planningmonitoring deadlinesstructured feedbackrisk identification
Certifications
ACAACCACIMA