Accounts Manager (Music & Entertainment)

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.
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.
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.
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

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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