Manager - Accountancy Practice

Protalent; Lewes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive accountancy practice in Brighton is seeking a General Practice Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of SMEs. This role requires ACA/ACCA qualification, strong UK GAAP knowledge, and excellent communication skills. You will manage a team, provide high-quality accounting services, and actively support the firm's growth. The position offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits including 25 days holiday, and the possibility of hybrid working after probation.

Benefits

Competitive salary

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

ICAEW, ACCA and AAT approved training employer

Qualifications

• Must be ACA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and experience with SMEs.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients providing accounting and advisory services.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of accountants.

Skills

UK GAAP expertise

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Organizational skills

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

• 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 returns
• Leading, 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