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Audit Senior / Audit Semi-Senior Horsham, West Sussex £28,000 £45,000 Study support available If you want audit work with a bit more range to it, this one is worth ten minutes of your time. An established independent firm with offices across Sussex and Surrey is looking to add an Audit Senior or Semi-Senior to its team. They've been going more than forty years, have around thirty staff, and have grown steadily through recommendation rather than acquisition. Most people who join tend to stay. The audit portfolio covers financial services businesses, solicitors, charities and owner managed companies. That mix matters. Financial services and solicitors' audits bring regulatory work you won't get in every firm at this level, and charity work gives you SORP exposure. It's a proper grounding rather than the same three sectors over and over. Because the firm has a strong tax side as well, including a CTA partner, there's real scope to broaden out into tax and advisory if that's where your interest sits. The role Running audit assignments from planning through to completion Fieldwork on client site and in the office Regulated audit work across financial services and solicitor clients Charity and not for profit audits under SORP Preparing statutory accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105 Corporation tax computations alongside the audit work Supervising and reviewing junior staff, if you're coming in at Senior level What's on offer £28,000 to £45,000, depending on experience and where you are with your studies Full study support for ACA or ACCA if you need it Genuine variety across sectors, including regulated work A clear route through to Assistant Manager and beyond A settled team of thirty plus, with partners who are visible and approachable Sage, QuickBooks and Xero across the client base Who it suits Someone with audit experience in a UK practice who wants a broader portfolio and a firm big enough to offer structure but small enough that you're not a number. Part qualified or qualified both work, the salary flexes to match. Get in touch for a confidential chat, or just to ask what the team is actually like.

Audit Senior / Audit Semi-Senior Brighton £28,000 £45,000 Study support available Audit roles in Brighton don't come up all that often, and the good ones go quickly. This is a long-established, independent Brighton practice with a genuinely strong local reputation. Three directors, a stable team, and the sort of client base most firms would like to have: owner-managed businesses across construction, retail, property, healthcare and professional services, plus charities, not-for-profits and solicitors' SRA audits. They're looking for an Audit Senior or Semi-Senior. The level is flexible and the salary reflects that, so if you're part way through your studies or already qualified, both are worth a conversation. What appeals about this one is the breadth. You won't be stuck on the same three clients all year. You'll see a proper range of sectors and entity types, and because it's an independent firm rather than a large group, you get client contact early and you're trusted to run with things. The role Planning and running audit fieldwork on a varied portfolio Preparing statutory accounts alongside the audit work Charity, not-for-profit and SRA audit work Working directly with clients and building those relationships Supporting and reviewing the work of junior team members, depending on your level Involvement in accounts and tax work where you want the exposure What they're offering £28,000 to £45,000, depending on experience and qualification level Full study support if you need it, ACA or ACCA Genuine variety of clients and sectors Clear route to progress as you grow A happy, settled team where people stay Xero certified practice, so you're working with modern systems Who this suits Someone with audit experience in a UK accountancy practice who wants more variety and a firm that will actually invest in them. Whether you're a Semi-Senior looking to step up or a Senior who feels a bit boxed in where you are, this is worth a look. Interested, or just want to know more before you decide? Get in touch for a confidential chat.

Audit Senior / Assistant Manager Brighton £42,000 £58,000 Hybrid Most audit roles ask you to pick a side. Small firm and you get the variety but not the infrastructure. Large firm and you get the systems but end up on one section of one job for months. This one sits in the middle, and that is genuinely the appeal. The Brighton office is an established local practice with long-standing clients and a team that knows them properly. It now sits within a national group, which means better technology, real audit methodology behind you, and progression routes that do not depend on someone above you retiring. The role is open at Senior or Assistant Manager level. Where you land depends on what you bring rather than a fixed job title. What the work looks like Planning, running and completing audits from start to finish A mixed portfolio across owner-managed businesses, charities and not-for-profits Reviewing the work of semi-seniors and juniors, and coaching them properly rather than just correcting it Working directly with clients through the year, not only at fieldwork Involvement in accounts preparation alongside the audit work if that interests you What they are looking for ACA or ACCA qualified, or very close to it Solid UK practice audit experience with genuine ownership of files Comfortable being the person on site the client comes to Someone who wants the step up to Assistant Manager, or is already there and wants a better platform Why it is worth a look Brighton base with hybrid working and flexible hours Local team feel with the resources of a much larger firm behind it Clear route to Manager and beyond, with the group actively growing Client contact from day one rather than after two years of proving yourself Genuine investment in training and study support If you are qualified in audit and quietly wondering whether the next few years look different somewhere else, this is worth a conversation. No pressure, no CV needed to start with.

Trainee Accountant East Sussex Study support, flexible and remote working Most trainee roles start you behind a desk with a pile of bank recs and a promise that you'll meet a client eventually. This one doesn't work like that. You'll be out visiting clients at their premises, sitting down with business owners, and getting to know how their businesses actually run. The bookkeeping matters, obviously. But the firm wants someone who cares about the client behind the numbers. A growing chartered firm in East Sussex is looking for a Trainee Accountant. They're a small, tech-driven practice that deliberately built their service around client relationships, at a time when a lot of the market is going the other way. A good chunk of their client base sits in the motor trade, so you'll build genuine specialist knowledge alongside your general practice grounding. What you'll be doing Looking after your own group of clients, by phone, email and face to face Visiting clients on site to work on their records and talk through how things are going Day to day bookkeeping, VAT returns and Making Tax Digital work Getting to grips with what each client actually does and what's keeping them busy Preparing management information and helping out with year end as you develop What they're looking for Someone genuinely interested in small business, not just in the numbers Confident talking to people and happy to pick up the phone Organised and accurate, able to juggle several clients A full driving licence and access to a car, as the client visits are the heart of the job Willing to commit to studying Previous bookkeeping or accounts experience is useful, and AAT started or completed would be a bonus, but neither is essential. Attitude matters more here. What's on offer Full study support towards a professional qualification Flexible and remote working Real client responsibility early on rather than years of waiting your turn A small team where you'll learn directly from qualified people If you want a training role where you're treated as part of the client relationship from day one, this is worth a look.

Tax and Accounts Semi Senior Kent / Sussex border £28,000 - £35,000 plus full study support If you like the idea of a firm where clients stay for ten years and you actually get to know them, this is worth a look. A well-established firm of Chartered Accountants on the Kent and Sussex border is looking for a Tax and Accounts Semi Senior. They work with owner managed and family owned businesses, are registered to carry out audit work, and cover everything from day to day compliance through to business planning, restructuring, sale of business and inheritance tax planning. They also work on fixed fees rather than hourly billing, which shapes how the whole practice runs. This is a genuinely mixed role across accounts and tax, so you get variety rather than being pushed down one route early. What you'll be doing: Preparing accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships Preparing and submitting corporation tax and personal tax returns VAT returns and bookkeeping work Speaking to clients directly and dealing with their day to day queries Supporting the directors on planning and advisory work as it comes up What they're looking for: Experience in an accountancy practice, ideally across both accounts and tax AAT qualified or ATT/ACCA part qualified, or qualified by experience with the right depth Comfortable dealing with clients rather than sitting behind the work Someone who wants variety and is happy to get involved across the board What's on offer: £28,000 to £35,000 depending on experience Full study support Genuine mix of accounts and tax rather than a narrow compliance seat Owner managed client base with long standing relationships, so you build proper client contact Exposure to advisory and planning work alongside the compliance Small, established firm where you are known rather than a number Well placed for anyone travelling from Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, East Grinstead or the Surrey border. If this sounds like the sort of firm you have been looking for, get in touch and we can talk it through properly.

ACCOUNTS ASSOCIATE Brighton Circa £28,000 Fully funded AAT with day release Most trainee roles ask you to prove yourself first and talk about study later. This one starts you on a fully funded AAT with day release, and there is a clear route through to ACA afterwards for people who want it. The firm is a growing accountancy group with a well established Brighton office. They have expanded quickly by bringing successful local practices into the group and then leaving them to get on with what they do well, so you get the backing of a national business without losing the feel of a proper local office. THE ROLE You will work across accounts, bookkeeping and audit support, which is the fastest way to work out which part of practice you actually enjoy. Day to day: - Bookkeeping for clients using Xero, Sage and Excel, preparing the books from source documents - Preparing and filing VAT returns - Supporting the audit team with file preparation, and joining the team on client site visits - Filing client documents with Companies House - Financial administration, including electronic document management and filing - Speaking to clients directly by phone and email about their accounting queries - Helping out with general office duties and welcoming clients into the office WHAT THEY ARE LOOKING FOR - At least a year's experience inside an accountancy firm - Minimum five GCSEs at grade A to C or equivalent, A levels preferred - Working knowledge of Xero or Sage, plus Excel, Word and Outlook - Genuine attention to detail - Comfortable talking to clients, in writing and on the phone You do not need to have started AAT already. Attitude and reliability matter more here than what you have ticked off so far. WHAT'S ON OFFER - Up to £28,000 - Fully funded AAT with day release - A defined path to qualify as a Chartered Accountant within the firm - Pension - 24 hour access to a GP - Employee assistance programme - Cycle to work scheme - Discount platform and cashback card - Professional subscriptions paid - Employee referral scheme WHY IT IS WORTH A LOOK Small enough that you will be known by name and given real client contact early. Big enough that there is somewhere to go once you qualify, including audit, tax and corporate finance. If you are currently sat doing the same three tasks with no study support in sight, this is a proper step up. Happy to have an informal chat first if you would rather understand the role before applying.

AUDIT SUPERVISOR / AUDIT MANAGER Brighton £45,000 to £60,000 Mixed audit, accounts and tax Plenty of audit roles at this level narrow you down to one sector and one type of file. This one does the opposite. You will run a varied portfolio covering corporate audit, some not for profit work, accounts preparation and tax, so the year has some shape to it rather than the same job on repeat. The firm is happy to look at this at either Supervisor or Manager level, so it suits someone ready to step up as much as someone already managing a portfolio. They are part of a growing national accountancy group with a well established Brighton office. The group has expanded by acquiring successful independent practices and then leaving them to keep doing what already works, so you get proper local autonomy with the backing of a larger business behind you. THE ROLE You will manage your own portfolio and take responsibility for two juniors. - Managing a mixed audit portfolio across a range of client types - Audit planning and management from start to completion - Preparing statutory accounts under FRS 102 - Not for profit audit work forms part of the portfolio, including Charity SORP reporting - Accounts preparation and tax work alongside the audit - Managing and reviewing work prepared by two junior team members - Providing hands on technical support across the audit team - Working with the RI and Audit Senior Manager on growing the practice, both organically and through fee acquisition - Occasional travel to London WHAT THEY ARE LOOKING FOR - ACA or ACCA qualified, from newly qualified with solid audit experience through to a few years post qualification - Strong technical ability across audit and accounts - Some experience of reviewing or supervising junior staff, or ready to take that on properly for the first time - Comfortable working across different client types and sectors - Good communicator who enjoys building client relationships - Someone who likes developing people, not just signing off files WHY IT IS WORTH A LOOK - A genuinely mixed role. Audit, accounts and tax, rather than being boxed into one discipline - A defined roadmap to Responsible Individual, not a vague promise of progression - Real input into how the department grows, rather than just delivering an existing portfolio - The wider group brings corporate finance and M&A, tax and insolvency, so there is somewhere to go beyond audit - Hybrid working, with the pattern agreed to suit WHAT'S ON OFFER - £45,000 to £60,000 depending on experience and level - Pension - Death in service at 4x salary - 24 hour access to a GP - Employee assistance programme - Electric vehicle scheme - Cycle to work scheme - Discount platform and cashback card - Professional subscriptions paid - Employee referral scheme Title and package will reflect whether you come in at Supervisor or Manager level. Happy to have a confidential chat first if you would rather understand the role and the firm before applying.

Trainee / Semi-Senior Accountant Eastbourne From £26,000 Full study support Most trainee roles give you one corner of the job. This one gives you the whole thing. An independent accountancy practice in Eastbourne is looking for a Trainee or Semi-Senior Accountant to join their team. You'd be working across accounts, personal and corporate tax, and bookkeeping, rather than sitting on one client type for two years. They'll fund your studies and give you the time to do them properly. This isn't a first job in practice. You'll need around 18 months behind you, so you already know your way around a set of accounts and a tax return. What it is, is the role where you go from doing the work to owning it. What you'll be doing: - Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies - Self assessment and corporation tax returns - Monthly and quarterly bookkeeping, management accounts and VAT returns - Working across Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and Excel - Speaking to clients yourself on day to day queries - As you progress, checking work from the more junior members of the team Who it suits: - AAT qualified or part qualified, or early in ACCA or ACA - Around 18 months or more in a UK accountancy practice - Comfortable getting a job to partner review standard without being walked through every step - Someone who wants a broad grounding rather than an early specialism Qualified by experience and not currently studying? Still worth a conversation. What's on offer: - From £26,000, depending on experience and where you are in your studies - Full study support, including external tuition courses and study leave - On the job training from people who'll actually sit with you - Client contact from the start, which is rarer at this level than it should be - Full time, permanent, office based in Eastbourne town centre - Immediate start available If you're a year or two in and the work has stopped getting harder, that's usually the sign to move. Have a chat before January makes the decision for you.

Most RI roles that reach the market are really about signing off someone else's files. This one is closer to owning the audit function. An independent Central London accountancy firm is looking to appoint an Audit RI. They have a settled client base and a steady audit portfolio, and they want someone who will take responsibility for the quality of the work, develop the people doing it, and have a genuine say in where the department goes next. It would suit an experienced Audit Director, Senior Manager or existing RI who has more capability than their current firm has room for. The role Acting as Responsible Individual across a portfolio of audits, from planning through to sign off Setting the standard for audit quality and holding the team to it File review, and being the person managers and seniors come to with the technical questions Staying close to existing clients and getting involved in new work Working with the partners on how the audit offering develops What they're looking for ACA or ACCA qualified, with UK practice audit experience RI status already held, or a strong case for obtaining it Confident on current ISA (UK) requirements and comfortable defending a file Someone who wants to lead a team, not just carry a portfolio What's on offer Central London office, hybrid working Scope to shape the audit function rather than inherit a fixed process Direct partner contact from the start A realistic route to partner for the right person If you're an RI, or close to it, and want an off the record conversation about what this could look like, get in touch. Nothing goes anywhere without your say so.

Tax Senior / Semi Senior Colchester Competitive salary, dependent on experience Personal tax roles that come with genuine advisory exposure are not that easy to find, and this is one of them. A well-regarded firm of chartered certified accountants with offices across Essex is growing and wants a Tax Senior or Semi Senior for the tax team in their Colchester office. You would sit alongside the Tax Director, which means the advisory work is not something you get to look at once a year, it is part of the job. What you'll be doing: Running a mixed portfolio of high net worth individuals, directors, self-employed clients, subcontractors and partnerships Preparing tax returns, along with self-employed and partnership accounts Capital Gains Tax work, including 60 day property filings Supporting the Tax Director with ad hoc advisory work Preparing P11Ds Dealing directly with HMRC and speaking to clients yourself What they're looking for: At least three years in a busy tax department within practice Solid practical knowledge of personal tax CGT experience, including 60 day property reporting Someone confident with clients and comfortable dealing with people at all levels A proactive approach rather than waiting to be handed work What's on offer: Competitive salary depending on experience Study support where it is needed 37.5 hour week 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Direct working relationship with the Tax Director and real advisory exposure If you are in personal tax and want more than compliance, this one is worth a conversation.

Payroll Administrator Eastbourne Full-time, office-based with flexi-time £28,000 to £32,000 depending on experience Are you a payroll person who likes getting it right, enjoys the variety of running lots of different payrolls, and wants to deal with clients directly rather than being stuck at the back of a big team? This one's worth a look. A well-established, independent accountancy firm in Eastbourne is looking for a Payroll Administrator to join their friendly team. It's a proper end-to-end payroll role with real responsibility from day one, and plenty of client contact. What you'll be doing Running up to around 150 client payrolls, all shapes and sizes. Handling starters, leavers, SSP, SMP, SPP, pension auto-enrolment and other deductions as they come up. Year-end processes, and calculating holiday entitlement and pay. Liaising directly with clients to gather information and offer advice and solutions. Completing and submitting BACS and pension enrolment forms, and everything HMRC needs. What they're looking for Someone confident processing payroll and auto-enrolment from start to finish. Comfortable dealing with clients directly, and a genuinely good communicator. Organised, accurate, and happy juggling a few things at once. Experience with Sage Payroll is a plus, but not essential. Payroll experience from a practice or bureau is ideal, but strong in-house payroll people are very welcome too. What's on offer £28,000 to £31,000, depending on experience. Flexi-time. It's office-based, but you choose your start and finish around fixed core hours of 10:00 to 12:30 and 14:30 to 16:30, working the rest flexibly anywhere between 08:00 and 18:30. Real control over your day. 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with length of service. Health insurance, and team socials through the year. A supportive team where you're trusted to get on with it. For a confidential chat, get in touch with Lydia at ProTalent.

Are you an ambitious part-qualified auditor looking to take the next step in your career with a firm that genuinely invests in its people? We are working with a highly regarded and fast-growing accountancy practice in Kent, known for its collaborative culture, strong reputation, and commitment to developing future talent. This is an excellent opportunity for an Audit Semi Senior to join a supportive and forward-thinking team where progression is actively encouraged. The Role: You will play a key role in the delivery of audit assignments, working with a diverse and high-quality client portfolio across a range of sectors. This position offers excellent exposure, enabling you to build a well-rounded skill set as you continue your professional studies. Key Responsibilities: Assisting in the planning and execution of audit assignments Preparing working papers and audit documentation Working closely with seniors and managers on-site and in the office Building strong client relationships Supporting junior team members where appropriate About You: ACA/ACCA part-qualified (or actively studying) Previous experience in an accountancy practice audit role Strong communication and organisational skills A proactive and motivated approach to learning and development What s on Offer: Full study support and structured career progression Exposure to an impressive and varied client base A supportive, team-oriented environment Clear pathway to Audit Senior and beyond This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career within a firm that offers both challenge and support in equal measure.

HR & Sustainability Lead Norwich Part-time, 24 hours Hybrid c.£40,000 Senior HR roles and proper part-time hours rarely go together. This one does. A B Corp certified accountancy practice in Norwich is looking for an HR & Sustainability Lead to own the people function and the firm's B Corp and sustainability commitments. The role reports directly to the CEO and is genuinely senior, not a hours-light version of something junior. This is an established firm with around 600 clients, strong professional standards, and a values-led identity that holds up to scrutiny. The HR function is already built, the B Corp framework is in place. What this role does is keep both running properly and tell the story externally. The role The remit splits across three areas: People. Induction, four-monthly performance cycles, recruitment end-to-end, grievance and disciplinary casework, JEDI, wellbeing, health and safety. Co-ordination across both the UK team and an outsourced team based overseas. Sustainability. Maintaining B Corp certification in good standing, preparing for the next recertification, the annual Impact Report, and the firm's wider ethical accreditations. External communications and content that markets the firm's purpose-led identity. Standards and reward. Pay benchmarking, the annual review cycle, training completion across the team, CPD co-ordination, and reinforcing the firm's standards on data protection, ethics and methods of working. External HR and H&S support is already in place, so you won't be alone on technical employment law or compliance. You'll know when to draw on it. Who this will suit Someone with substantial HR experience, probably already at HR Manager or HR Lead level, who wants seniority and ownership at part-time hours. Professional services experience would help. You'll be confident running difficult conversations as well as supportive ones, commercially minded, and aligned with the firm's values without being precious about them. CIPD qualification is desirable, not essential. What's on offer Circa £40,000 24 hours per week, three days or flexed over five Hybrid working from a Norwich base BUPA private medical insurance Employee Assistance Programme and mental health first aid provision Climate Perks Living Wage employer with proper benchmarking A direct line to the CEO and real ownership of the brief If you're an experienced HR professional looking for a senior part-time role in a firm that genuinely lives its values, this is one worth a proper conversation.

Accounts Senior / Semi-Senior &#(phone number removed); Brighton &#(phone number removed); Up to £40,000 (DOE) A friendly and well-established independent accountancy practice in Brighton is looking to welcome an Accounts Senior / Semi-Senior to their close-knit team.is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, down-to-earth firm that genuinely values its people, offers flexibility, and provides exposure to a broad and interesting client base. The Role You ll play a key role in delivering high-quality services to a varied portfolio of clients, including: Preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies Handling corporation tax returns Supporting with management accounts Liaising directly with clients and building strong relationships Assisting junior team members where appropriate About You ACCA part-qualified or qualified (or QBE considered) Solid experience working within an accountancy practice Comfortable managing your own workload and deadlines Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach What s on Offer Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience Flexible working options A genuinely friendly and collaborative team culture Opportunity to develop your skills and progress your career Central Brighton location, close to transport links and the seafront If you re looking to join a lovely local firm where you ll be more than just a number, this could be the perfect next step.

Audit Senior (Newly Qualified) Location: Kent Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits Are you a newly qualified ACA or ACCA professional ready to step into a role where your development and progression are truly prioritised? We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected accountancy firm in Kent, offering an outstanding opportunity for an Audit Senior to join their growing team. The firm is known for its excellent client base, supportive culture, and strong track record of promoting from within. The Role: As an Audit Senior, you will take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, working with a broad portfolio of clients. This role offers significant exposure and responsibility, making it ideal for someone looking to further develop into a well-rounded audit professional. Key Responsibilities: Leading audits from planning to completion Supervising and mentoring junior staff Reviewing work and ensuring high-quality delivery Building and maintaining strong client relationships Liaising with managers and partners on assignments About You: ACA/ACCA newly qualified (or equivalent) Strong audit experience within an accountancy practice Confident leading assignments and managing client relationships A desire to progress and develop within a growing firm What s on Offer: Clear and achievable progression pathway Exposure to a high-quality, diverse client base A genuinely supportive and collaborative culture Opportunities to develop both technically and professionally This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified auditor to join a firm that will provide the platform, exposure, and support needed to build a long-term, successful career.

Are you an ambitious part-qualified auditor looking to take the next step in your career with a firm that genuinely invests in its people? We are working with a highly regarded and fast-growing accountancy practice in Kent, known for its collaborative culture, strong reputation, and commitment to developing future talent. This is an excellent opportunity for an Audit Semi Senior to join a supportive and forward-thinking team where progression is actively encouraged. The Role: You will play a key role in the delivery of audit assignments, working with a diverse and high-quality client portfolio across a range of sectors. This position offers excellent exposure, enabling you to build a well-rounded skill set as you continue your professional studies. Key Responsibilities: Assisting in the planning and execution of audit assignments Preparing working papers and audit documentation Working closely with seniors and managers on-site and in the office Building strong client relationships Supporting junior team members where appropriate About You: ACA/ACCA part-qualified (or actively studying) Previous experience in an accountancy practice audit role Strong communication and organisational skills A proactive and motivated approach to learning and development What s on Offer: Full study support and structured career progression Exposure to an impressive and varied client base A supportive, team-oriented environment Clear pathway to Audit Senior and beyond This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career within a firm that offers both challenge and support in equal measure.