Audit & Accounts Senior

ProTalent; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent accountancy firm in West Sussex is seeking a motivated Audit & Accounts Senior. This role offers a genuine 50/50 split between audit and accounts, with clear opportunities for progression. You will lead audits, prepare accounts, and mentor junior staff, all within a supportive team environment with flexible working options.

Benefits

Hybrid/flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or finalist level with strong experience.
• Previous experience in a mixed audit and accounts role.
• Strong technical knowledge and proactive, positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Leading audits from planning through to completion.
• Preparing statutory accounts for a variety of clients.
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff.

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership

Technical knowledge

Positive attitude

Education

ACA / ACCA qualification

Job description

Audit & Accounts Senior Independent Firm West Sussex
Location: West Sussex
Salary: £38,000 £48,000 (DOE)
Qualification: ACA / ACCA Newly or Nearly Qualified

Are you a newly or nearly qualified accountant looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm? We re working with a fast-growing, independent accountancy practice in West Sussex that is seeking a motivated Audit & Accounts Senior to join their friendly and professional team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety in their role, with a genuine 50/50 split between audit and accounts assignments, and a clear path for ongoing progression.
The Role:
As an Audit & Accounts Senior, you ll play a key role in delivering high-quality services to a diverse client portfolio, including SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and larger corporate clients across a range of sectors.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading audits from planning through to completion
  
• Preparing statutory accounts for a variety of clients
  
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff on-site and in the office
  
• Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a key point of contact
  
• Supporting managers and partners with ad hoc project work and client advisory
  

About You:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist level with strong experience)
  
• Previous experience in a mixed audit and accounts role within practice
  
• Confident leading audits and managing client relationships
  
• Strong technical knowledge and a proactive, positive attitude
  
• Ambitious, with a desire to progress and develop within a growing firm
  

What s on Offer:

• A genuinely supportive and collaborative team environment
  
• A modern, growing firm that invests in your career development
  
• Hybrid/flexible working options
  
• Clear and achievable progression opportunities
  
• Competitive salary and benefits package
  

Whether you re newly qualified and ready to step up, or nearly there and eager for a role with variety and future growth, this firm offers the ideal next step in your accountancy career.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat to learn more.