Part-Time Accountant: Precise, Client-Focused, Flexible Hours

The Numbers Studio; Brighton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The Numbers Studio in Brighton is looking for an Accountant to join our UK team on a part‑time basis, 9.30am - 2.30pm, five days a week, to take ownership of accounting and tax compliance for a portfolio of clients.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, values accuracy and consistency, and wants to be part of a practice that does things properly, with hours that fit neatly around the school run and other commitments.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 qualified, ACA/ACCA or qualified by experience.
• Strong accuracy, reliability and ability to manage a portfolio independently.
• Experience delivering accounts, tax compliance and management accounts in practice.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for accounts, corporation tax returns, VAT returns and self‑assessment returns for a portfolio of clients, working without supervision and to a high standard
• Prepare and deliver management accounts for a portfolio of clients
• Collaborate closely with Finance Business Partners to support high‑quality service delivery, onboarding and proactive communication
• Keep control of your tasks and deadlines, resolving blockers yourself and escalating issues when needed
• Follow the firm's risk management and quality control procedures
• Work to a high technical standard, following internal processes and minimising rework
• Spot opportunities to improve our processes and feed into technical and client‑focused feedback loops
• Keep up an active programme of Continued Professional Development (CPD)

Skills

Accounts

Tax compliance

Management accounts

Attention to detail

Portfolio management

Communication

Education

AAT Level 4

ACA/ACCA studying

Qualified by experience

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

The Numbers Studio in Brighton is looking for an Accountant to join our UK team on a part‑time basis, 9.30am - 2.30pm, five days a week, to take ownership of accounting and tax compliance for a portfolio of clients.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, values accuracy and consistency, and wants to be part of a practice that does things properly, with hours that fit neatly around the school run and other commitments.