Audit & Accounts Manager / Senior Manager

ProTalent Limited; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Eastbourne seeks an Accounts & Audit Manager to manage a diverse client portfolio, lead audits, and mentor junior staff. This role offers a competitive salary up to £65k, hybrid working options, and a supportive team environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Clear progression opportunities

Hybrid working options

Ongoing CPD support

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in accountancy practice, including 3 years in an audit-focused role.
• Familiarity with UK auditing standards and ethical frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Managing a diverse portfolio of clients including corporates and not-for-profit organisations.
• Leading audits from planning to completion, ensuring deadlines and compliance.
• Reviewing statutory accounts and tax computations.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP

Excellent communication skills

Experience managing audits

Collaborative approach

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

AAT qualified with relevant experience

Tools

CCH

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Accounts & Audit Manager / Senior Manager – Eastbourne

Highly competitive salary + excellent benefits | Clear progression pathway | Hybrid working available

Are you an experienced Audit & Accounts professional ready to step up into a leadership role, or already operating at Manager level and seeking more autonomy, flexibility, and client exposure?

A well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Eastbourne is looking for a dynamic Accounts & Audit Manager (or Senior Manager, depending on experience) to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a varied client portfolio and play a key role in driving audit quality, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the strategic direction of the firm. The role offers a healthy blend of audit (circa 70%) and accounts/tax work (30%) — perfect for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and a supportive culture that rewards ambition.

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of clients, including groups, corporates, not-for-profit organisations, and regulated entities such as solicitors and CASS 5 assignments.
• Leading audits from planning to completion, ensuring deadlines and compliance standards are met.
• Reviewing statutory accounts and tax computations, ensuring accuracy and technical quality.
• Liaising closely with partners on practice development, strategy, and client relationships.
• Supporting, mentoring, and reviewing the work of junior staff, playing a key role in their development.
• Keeping up to date with audit and accounting legislation, contributing to internal compliance and quality control.
• Using your commercial awareness and technical knowledge to add value to client relationships.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or AAT qualified with strong, relevant experience).
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in accountancy practice, including at least 3 years in an audit-focused role.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102), auditing standards, Companies Act, and ethical frameworks.
• Experience managing audits and leading teams.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Familiarity with CCH, Sage, Xero, and/or QuickBooks is a plus.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary, depending on experience (up to £65k).
• Clear progression to Senior Manager or Director level.
• Hybrid working options and flexibility around working hours.
• Supportive, down-to-earth team environment with strong leadership.
• Varied, high-quality client base and genuine client interaction.
• Ongoing CPD and professional development support.

This role would suit someone currently working as an Audit & Accounts Manager, or a strong Assistant Manager ready to make the leap. You'll be joining a firm that invests in its people, promotes internally, and offers real work-life balance.

Ready to progress your career in a role with impact, autonomy, and variety?

Apply today to find out more – interviews are taking place now.