Management Accountant

Location : Hybrid / Remote (South Africa, working UK hours)

Type : Full-time | Employed by GCO, working with one of our UK partners

At GCO Partners, we connect strong talent with ambitious businesses across the globe. We are hiring a Management Accountant / Client Manager to support one of our UK partners, a fast-growing accounting practice focused on SMEs and LLPs.

This role is ideal for a qualified accountant who thrives in client-facing environments. Youll oversee a portfolio of UK clients, review work completed by offshore teams, and provide the insights and strategic advice that help owners make smarter financial decisions.

What You'll Do

Prepare and review monthly and quarterly management accounts in line with UK GAAP.

Act as the main point of contact for a portfolio of UK SME and LLP clients.

Review and oversee the work of offshore / junior accountants, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Advise clients on VAT, personal tax, and corporation tax matters (with support from specialists where required).

Provide commercial insight, such as advising on dividends, cashflow management, and profitability.

Maintain organised working papers, reconciliations, and compliance records.

Contribute to process improvements and efficiencies across the client portfolio.

What We're Looking For

Qualified Accountant : CA(SA), ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent.

3-5 years post-qualification experience, ideally with UK client exposure.

Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, VAT, and LLP structures.

Prior experience in a Client Manager / Account Manager role in practice.

Proficiency with Xero, QuickBooks, and Iris (highly advantageous).

Strong communication skills able to explain financial concepts clearly to business owners.

Commercial mindset with the ability to build and grow client relationships.

Why Join GCO?

• You'll be employed by GCO Partners , giving you the stability of a local contract with the opportunity to work directly with international clients.

Gain exposure to UK SMEs and LLPs across multiple industries.

Remote / hybrid working with a supportive team culture.

Career growth in client management and advisory.

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