Audit and Accounts Senior / Assistant Manager

Pro Talent; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable audit firm in Tunbridge Wells seeks an Audit & Accounts Senior / Assistant Manager. The role involves leading audit processes, preparing statutory accounts, and fostering client relationships. Candidates should be ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified, with strong experience in audit and tax compliance. The position offers a competitive salary of £38,000 – £50,000 and flexible working arrangements in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Hybrid and flexible working options

Career progression opportunities

Social events and team-building initiatives

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in practice is essential.
• Must have strong technical knowledge and good commercial awareness.
• Motivated and organized individual needed.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and review of statutory accounts.
• Lead audits from planning to completion.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Audit and accounts preparation

Tax compliance

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Audit & Accounts Senior / Assistant Manager – Tunbridge Wells

Salary: £38,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)

The firm

• Long-standing and highly regarded in the local market
• A supportive and friendly team culture, with a strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Committed to training, growth, and career progression
• Regular social events and team-building initiatives
• Conveniently located in central Tunbridge Wells

The role

• Preparation and review of statutory accounts for companies, sole traders, and partnerships
• Leading audits from planning through to completion (approximately 20–30% of the role)
• Preparing corporation tax computations and personal tax returns for business owners
• Reviewing VAT returns and overseeing monthly payrolls
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members, reviewing their work, and providing support
• Advising clients on cloud accounting software including Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks
• Building strong client relationships and acting as a trusted point of contact

The successful applicant

• ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified with relevant experience in practice
• Experienced in accounts preparation, audit, and tax compliance
• Strong technical knowledge and good commercial awareness
• A confident communicator, able to work directly with clients and colleagues
• Motivated, organised, and keen to contribute to the continued success of the firm

The package

• £38,000 – £50,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive and people-focused practice
• A welcoming and collaborative team environment with regular social events

Interested? Call Georgia at ProTalent on 01273 491852 or email [e-mail].

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