Business Management & Accounts Manager (Music & En

Business Management & Accounts Manager (Music & Entertainment) | Top 50 Firm | London

Are you an experienced accounting professional with a passion for the music, media, and entertainment industries? Are you looking to step into a pivotal leadership role within a purpose-driven, certified B Corp where your commercial acumen and technical expertise can directly impact high-profile creative talent?

If you are a qualified ACA or ACCA manager seeking a collaborative environment that balances commercial drive with sustainability and integrity, this is your opportunity to lead an ambitious, specialist team and elevate your career.

About the Firm

This Top 50 firm is a modern, forward-thinking accountancy and advisory business with a legacy spanning over 130 years. Operating as a certified B Corp, the firm is deeply committed to balancing profit with social and environmental impact, fostering an inclusive, growth-minded culture. As a key member of a major international alliance, the firm supports a diverse and high-profile client base, ranging from entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals to ambitious owner-managed businesses and multinational groups.

Responsibilities

As a Business Management & Accounts Manager (Music & Entertainment) you will:

Lead the delivery of accounting and business services (ABS), ensuring full compliance with current professional standards and statutory requirements.
Manage end-to-end client relationships across a high-profile portfolio of musicians, entertainers, sports professionals, and their advisers.
Review workflows, tour accounts, VAT returns, and year-end files to ensure absolute accuracy and completeness across all client outputs.
Provide expert technical guidance on complex accounting or compliance matters, including collaborating with royalty consultants and non-UK tax specialists.
Manage, track, and optimize workflows and team metrics using the Karbon platform to drive data reliability and operational efficiency.
Direct financial performance, resource allocation, and peak-period planning to guarantee seamless delivery across the pod.
Lead, mentor, and coach a dedicated team through regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and continuous professional development (CPD) tracking.

Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience.
Experience working with creative clients, specifically touring musicians.
Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
Experience managing and training a team

What You’ll Receive

Private Medical Insurance (PMI) including mental health cover, hospital treatment, and 24/7 GP access
Health Cash Plan covering everyday dental, optical, and physiotherapy expenses
Group Life Assurance
Season Ticket Loan
Cycle to Work Scheme
Electric Vehicle Scheme

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