TPF Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and respected accountancy firm based in Brighton in their search for an Accounts and Audit Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified and experienced professional to join a supportive and ambitious team, working with a varied client portfolio and taking on a key role in delivering exceptional service. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and manage accounts for sole traders and partnerships, along with self-assessment tax returns, using Iris software from prime records. Prepare and manage accounts for limited companies, including the preparation of corporation tax returns from prime records using Iris software. Liaise directly with clients to gather necessary information to complete accounts and tax returns within deadlines. Plan, lead, and complete audit assignments, ensuring quality and compliance for Partner review. Manage internal practice operations such as work-in-progress (WIP) control, client billing, and job scheduling. Identify opportunities to strengthen client relationships and deliver additional value. Work towards achieving both team and individual financial targets. Uphold high technical and professional standards across all areas of work. Provide additional support and advice to clients as required. Coach, mentor, and support the development of junior team members Requirements Candidate Profile: Qualifications: ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent). Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounts and tax within a practice environment. Skills and Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping. Experience preparing accounts from prime records. Proficient in preparing corporation tax computations and self-assessment returns for a variety of business structures. Sound understanding of audit procedures. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Confident interpersonal and supervisory abilities. Able to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines. Personal Attributes: A professional, smart, and well-presented team player. Organised, methodical, and detail-oriented. Excellent communication skills, both face-to-face and over the phone. Committed to delivering a high standard of service to clients. Benefits What’s on Offer: Work closely with the partners of a well-established independent firm A stable and supportive team with long-term progression potential Opportunity to contribute to the firm’s continued success Competitive salary based on experience Flexible working arrangements and benefits package If you are interested in this opportunity, please do not hesitate to get in contact with Mark Sitton, Senior Recruitment Consultant for a confidential conversation. Main Telephone: 01273 102 360 Mobile: 07386 668 228 Email: MarkTPFrecruitment.com LinkedIn: LinkedIn Refer a friend We’re keen to remain the leading provider of the best accountancy talent in the South-East. We are continually exploring ways to expand our network and we know that great candidates like you can introduce us to other equally brilliant people. We’re looking to work with the best accountancy practice and tax staff in the South-East so if your friends, family, or colleagues are considering a new opportunity and can demonstrate relevant experience, we'd love to speak to them. For every candidate you refer and we subsequently place into a permanent position, we will give up to £500 of Love2Shop vouchers. (Terms & Conditions apply).