Senior Accountant

Recruitment Solutions; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions is seeking multiple Senior Accountants / Client Managers to join a modern Chartered Accountancy practice in the Brighton area. You will manage your own SME client portfolio, providing accounting, tax and advisory services, and play a key role in growth and client development.

Ideal candidates are nearly/fully ACA or ACCA qualified with solid UK firm experience and a willingness to lead on client onboarding and budgeting. Openings offer progression and variety.

Qualifications

• Nearly or fully ACA/ACCA qualified with UK firm experience.
• Experience managing SME client portfolios and providing accounting, tax and advisory services.
• Willing to travel/commute within the Brighton area as required.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing a portfolio of clients, main contact for accounting and taxation queries.
• Producing Statutory Accounts and Corporation Tax Returns.
• Preparing accurate Management Accounts to support decision-making.
• Completing Personal Tax Returns for a varied client base.
• Delivering proactive commercial advice and strategic support to business owners.
• Managing Company Secretarial responsibilities as required.
• Mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members.
• Collaborating with Managers to ensure high-quality client delivery.
• Assisting with R&D and Creative Industry tax relief claims.
• Contributing to business development initiatives and client growth.
• Leading onboarding of new clients, with fee proposals and budget management.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Accounting & tax advisory

Management accounting

Mentoring junior staff

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

NEW Senior Accountant & Client Manager Vacancies - Multiple Hires Available

• Are you a qualified (or near qualified) Accountant looking for your next step?
• Can you confidently manage your own client portfolio while delivering high-quality accounts, tax and advisory work?
• Do you want to join a forward-thinking firm that offers genuine progression, varied work, and the chance to add real value?

Whether you're a part-qualified Accountant ready to step up or an experienced Senior Accountant seeking better benefits, growth and responsibility we want to hear from you!

Overview

Due to continued growth and a rapidly expanding client base, we are seeking multiple Senior Accountants / Client Managers to join a modern Chartered Accountancy practice in Brighton and play a key role in its next phase of growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified or near-qualified professional who is motivated, proactive and confident managing their own varied portfolio of SME clients, business owners, charitable organisations and high net worth individuals.

You will be able to take ownership of your own workload, act as the main point of contact for clients, and support the wider management team in delivering high-quality accounting, tax and advisory services. You can also gain exposure to Outsourcing work, as well as genuine scope for future progression to those that want it.

Salary is dependent on experience and qualifications. Higher salaries can be discussed.

Duties

• Overseeing a portfolio of clients, serving as the primary contact for all accounting and taxation queries
• Producing Statutory Accounts and Corporation Tax Returns in line with current regulations
• Preparing accurate and timely Management Accounts to support decision‑making
• Completing Personal Tax Returns for a varied client base
• Delivering proactive commercial advice and strategic support to business owners
• Managing Company Secretarial responsibilities as required
• Supporting, mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members
• Collaborating closely with fellow Managers to ensure high-quality client delivery
• Assisting with R&D and Creative Industry tax relief claims
• Contributing to business development initiatives and supporting client growth
• Lead the onboarding of new clients, working closely with the Manager on fee proposals, budget management and business development initiatives.

What we're looking for

A successful candidate for this role will be nearly/fully ACA or ACCA qualified with strong prior experience in a UK accountancy firm. You must live within a 1hr commute of Brighton.