Manager - Accountancy Practice

Pro Talent; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice based in Brighton is seeking a General Practice Manager. The ideal candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of SMEs, ensuring high-quality accounting and advisory services. Responsibilities include preparing year-end accounts and mentoring junior staff. This full-time role offers a competitive salary from £45,600+ and supports career growth while fostering a supportive culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Auto-enrolment pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu jabs

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP.
• Experience managing multiple deadlines and teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts.
• Produce corporation tax computations.
• Lead and mentor team members.
• Ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Client relationship building

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

General Practice Manager – Accountancy Practice

Brighton | £45,600+ (DOE) | Full-time or 4-day week considered

An outstanding opportunity to join a progressive and growing accountancy practice with a strong foothold in Sussex. Based in modern offices in Brighton, this firm combines professional excellence with a supportive, down-to-earth culture, ideal for a motivated manager looking to step up in general practice.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary from £45,600+ (dependent on experience)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Regular social events and team-building activities
• Office-based role with the option of hybrid working after probation
• ICAEW, ACCA and AAT approved training employer

The role

This is a varied and client-focused position, managing a diverse portfolio of SMEs. You'll be responsible for accounts, tax, and advisory work, while also playing a key role in supporting the team and driving service standards across the firm.

Key responsibilities include

• Managing a portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services
• Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts under FRS102, FRS102A, and FRS105
• Producing corporation tax computations and CT600s
• Reviewing VAT returnsLeading, mentoring, and supporting a team of accountants and admin staff
• Identifying growth opportunities and supporting business development
• Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations and internal quality standards
• Acting as the main point of contact for key clients

About you

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)
• Technically strong in UK GAAP, with experience across a range of SMEs
• Able to manage full accounts production through to sign-off
• An excellent communicator and client relationship builder
• Organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines
• Keen to support and develop junior members of the team
• Looking to grow your career with a modern, forward-thinking firm