Senior/Semi-Senior Accountant – Practice Growth & Client Advisory

Protalent; Lewes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Brighton & Hove is seeking a Senior or Semi-Senior Accountant to enhance their growing team. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years' experience in practice, be AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified, and possess strong knowledge of UK accounting standards. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements and managing client relationships while ensuring compliance with regulations. Competitive salary and a collaborative environment offered.

Benefits

Salary: £26,500 – £32,000

20 days holidays plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Death in service cover

Study support for professional qualifications

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in practice, with a solid grounding in accounts preparation.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax compliance.
• Eager to develop their career within a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements, annual accounts, and tax returns.
• Building strong relationships with clients and providing advice.
• Supervising and mentoring junior accountants and trainees.
• Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and tax legislation.
• Identifying opportunities to improve internal processes.

Skills

Client-focused

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Education

AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

A leading accounting firm in Brighton & Hove is seeking a Senior or Semi-Senior Accountant to enhance their growing team. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 2 years' experience in practice, be AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified, and possess strong knowledge of UK accounting standards. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements and managing client relationships while ensuring compliance with regulations. Competitive salary and a collaborative environment offered.