Senior Accountant

Location: Brighton and Hove

Are you an experienced accountant looking to work closely with a fantastic portfolio of clients? Do you thrive on helping businesses overcome challenges through proactive advice and exceptional service? If so, an independent accountancy firm in Brighton is looking for a Senior Accountant / Finance Business Partner to join their team.

About the role:

As a Finance Business Partner, you will:

Serve as the primary contact for a portfolio of clients, building strong, trusted relationships

Manage all client communication proactively, delivering clear and timely financial insights

Provide strategic, consultative advice, identifying opportunities and offering best practice guidance

Oversee and coordinate the work of delivery teams handling compliance, bookkeeping, and payroll tasks, ensuring everything is completed on time and profitably.

Review and present management accounts and performance reports, helping clients understand their numbers and make confident decisions

Monitor client accounts, including billing, renewals, and overall commercial performance

Advocate for client needs across the business

About the firm:

Based in the heart of Brighton, the firm is an independent accountancy practice dedicated to supporting clients with top-notch service. The team values collaboration, creativity, and making a tangible impact, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where your voice is heard and your growth is encouraged.

Requirements

About you:

ACA or ACCA qualified (or nearly qualified)

Proven experience managing client portfolios

Passion for delivering excellent client service and acting as a trusted business partner

Competent user of Xero or equivalent accounting software

Strong technical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

Employee benefits:

£35,000 - £45,000 starting salary

Clear roadmap for career progression

Continued professional development

Quarterly team events

25 days annual leave with the option to buy more

Flexible working hours and early finish Fridays during summer

Time off for training

Death in service benefit

Relaxed dress code

Day off for volunteering / charity work

Cycle to Work scheme

Sabbatical leave after 5 years’ service

Pension scheme

Free fruit & biscuits

Please contact Mark Sitton on (phone number removed),  , or via  for a confidential conversation.

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