Audit & Accounts Manager – Full Time – Chichester

Catering; Chichester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Birthday Leave

Flexible Hours

Team Events

Career Progression

Supportive Environment

Competitive Package

Meaningful Work

25 days annual leave

Job summary

TPF Recruitment is supporting a leading accountancy practice in their search for a Business Services Group Manager in Chichester, a mixed audit and non-audit role. You will lead audit engagements, oversee statutory accounts and charitable examinations, mentor junior staff and develop client relationships within a collaborative team.

Fully qualified ACA or ACCA is required, with proven experience in general practice and charity sector work.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA required.
• Proven experience in audit and charity/not-for-profit sectors.
• Experience managing client relationships and leading engagements.
• Experience training or mentoring junior staff and working with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion.
• Oversee statutory accounts preparation and independent examinations.
• Support non-audit assignments including advisory and compliance work.
• Mentor junior staff and manage workflow within the team.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and ensure high service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Client relationships

Communication

Problem solving

Education

ACA

ACCA

Job description

TPF Recruitment, we are proud to be supporting a leading accountancy practice in their search for a Business Services Group Manager to join their growing team in a mixed audit and non-audit role.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified and experienced Accountant with a strong background in general practice, audit and the charity and not for profit sector. The role has arisen partly to provide maternity cover while also supporting the firms continued growth, making this a permanent and rewarding career opportunity.

The firm is a well-established and respected practice with a strong reputation for delivering high quality audit, advisory and compliance services. With a collaborative and supportive culture, they offer meaningful work, strong progression opportunities and exposure to a varied and rewarding client base.

As Business Services Group Manager, you will manage a diverse portfolio of clients, lead audit assignments and independent examinations, oversee statutory accounts preparation and review, and support wider advisory and compliance work. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior staff, managing workflow and contributing to the continued development of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Office Management
• Support the wider management team with workflow planning and team development
• Ensure work is delivered to a high technical standard and within deadlines
• Manage engagement budgets and timelines effectively
• Contribute to operational planning and process improvements
• Support the continued growth and development of the department

Team Management

• Supervise, mentor and develop junior team members
• Provide training and support to less experienced staff
• Review work and provide regular feedback
• Encourage collaboration and maintain high service standards across the team

Portfolio and Client Management

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients
• Act as a key point of contact, building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Prepare and review statutory accounts in line with relevant regulations
• Oversee and review independent examinations
• Provide support on non-audit assignments including advisory and compliance work
• Ensure excellent client service across all assignments

Audit and Compliance

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Ensure audits are delivered efficiently and to a high standard
• Work closely with charity and not for profit clients on specialist accounting matters
• Maintain strong knowledge of charity accounting requirements and regulations

Business Development and Expansion

• Support business development initiatives where appropriate
• Identify opportunities to grow service lines and strengthen client relationships
• Contribute to the continued growth of the firm and management team

Requirements and Experience Required

• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA
• Proven experience in audit, with a strong focus on the charity sector
• Experience managing client relationships and leading engagements
• Broader experience across non-audit or advisory assignments
• Good working knowledge of charity accounting requirements and independent examinations
• Strong technical, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with clients and colleagues
• Proactive, with a desire to contribute to team growth and development
• Experience supporting or training junior staff
• Experience at Manager level or ready to step up into a managerial role
• Business development experience would be advantageous

Benefits

• The salary for this role is competitive and dependent on experience and previous seniority.
• Holiday Allowance: 25 days annual leave plus Birthday Leave.
• Hybrid Working: Flexible working and hybrid options once established.
• Flexible Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm with flexible start and finish times.
• Team Events: Regular staff socials and team activities.
• Career Progression: Clear progression pathway within the firm.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborative and team focused culture.
• Competitive Package: Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Meaningful Work: Exposure to a varied and rewarding client base.

Salary: £50000 – £60000/annum £50,000 – £60,000

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Chichester