Accounts Partner – Brighton
Location: Brighton, East Sussex
Job Type: Permanent | Hybrid Working
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits
We are recruiting an Accounts Partner on behalf of a highly respected and growing chartered accountancy practice in Brighton.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced General Practice Partner, Accounts Partner, or established Accountancy Director looking to take the next step in their career within a progressive and ambitious firm.
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future growth of the practice, managing a high-quality client portfolio, leading teams, and delivering strategic business advice to a diverse range of clients.
The Role
As an Accounts Partner, you will take ownership of a portfolio of clients, providing commercial accounting and advisory support while contributing to the continued growth and success of the firm.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing, developing, and growing a diverse portfolio of clients
- Acting as a trusted business adviser to owner-managed businesses and complex clients
- Overseeing accounts preparation, audit, and tax-related services
- Delivering high-quality client solutions while maintaining strong technical standards
- Leading client relationships and identifying opportunities to add value
- Driving business development activities and generating new opportunities
- Supporting cross-selling across wider service lines
- Leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams
- Managing WIP, billing, fees, and portfolio profitability
- Supporting strategic initiatives to improve efficiency and drive firm growth
About You
You will be an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with significant experience gained within a UK accountancy practice.
You will have:
- Experience operating at Partner, Director, or senior leadership level
- A strong background in accounts preparation and general practice services
- Experience managing and growing a client portfolio
- Strong commercial and business development skills
- The ability to build trusted relationships with clients and professional advisers
- Experience leading and developing teams
- Excellent technical accounting knowledge
- A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset
This role would suit an ambitious Accounts Partner, General Practice Partner, or Director seeking a platform to make a significant impact within a growing firm.
What's on Offer
- Partner-level opportunity within a progressive accountancy practice
- Competitive remuneration package
- Opportunity to influence firm strategy and growth
- High-quality and diverse client portfolio
- Leadership and mentoring responsibilities
- Supportive and collaborative culture
- Genuine opportunity to build and develop your own market presence
Location
Brighton, East Sussex
Commutable from Hove, Shoreham-by-Sea, Worthing, Lewes, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Eastbourne, and surrounding areas.
Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Jack Wood:
📧 jack@oscar-wood.co.uk
📞 07817 796391