Associate Manager, Accounts

Gravita

. Prepare advanced statutory financial statements, corporation tax computations, and other compliance deliverables for mixed portfolios of complex and non-complex clients .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in preparing statutory financial statements and tax computations while ensuring compliance with UK GAAP. Proficient in utilizing accounting software and committed to ongoing professional development to enhance service delivery and client engagement.

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ACA QualifiedACCA QualifiedProficient In XeroProficient In Sage 50 AccountsProficient In QuickBooks

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Hard Skills

Statutory Financial StatementsCorporation Tax ComputationsCompliance DeliverablesAccounts ReviewTax Returns PreparationUK GAAP ComplianceTechnical Issue DraftingWorkflow ManagementBusiness Development SupportClient Liaison

Soft Skills

Confident Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationProblem-Solving AbilityOrganised ApproachAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

XeroSage 50 AccountsQuickBooksExcelAccounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

ACAACCAContinuing Professional Development (CPD)

Industry Keywords

Financial StatementsTax ComplianceClient MeetingsOffshore TeamsMixed Portfolios

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare advanced statutory financial statements, corporation tax computations, and other compliance deliverables for mixed portfolios of complex and non-complex clients
Review complex and straightforward accounts and tax returns prepared by offshore teams for sole traders, partnerships, LLPs, and limited companies
Ensure compliance with UK GAAP with minimal supervision
Understand clients’ businesses to provide tailored service and identify value-added opportunities
Draft solutions for technical issues for Manager or Associate Director approval
Complete work within deadlines and budgets, flag issues early, and update system workflows
Seek and act on feedback to improve quality and reduce review points
Review accounts and tax files prepared by Senior Associates, Associates, and offshore teams
Liaise with clients to obtain information and assist in client meetings
Support business development through LinkedIn and marketing engagement and identify referral opportunities
Support training and development of team members at all levels

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ideally a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in practice
Typically ACA or ACCA qualified
Proficient in Xero, Sage 50 Accounts, QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting and tax software
Committed to completing relevant Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Confident verbal communicator, adapting style appropriately to different audiences
Excellent written communication, tailoring language for internal teams and clients
Problem-solving ability using logical, established methods with support
Ability to adapt flexibly and professionally to change
Organised and thorough approach to own work
Ability to work core hours of 10am–4pm Monday to Friday

Benefits

Comp & perks

37.5-hour standard working week
Hybrid working
Flexible working
Progression plan and career growth support
Learning and development support
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) support