Public Practice Accountancy

We specialise in public practice accountancy, working across audit, accounts and tax.

That covers everything from trainee and part-qualified roles through to senior and leadership hires, depending on the firm and team structure.

We work with a range of practices — from smaller independents through to larger regional firms — across Sussex, Hampshire, London and the wider UK. Because of that, we see how different teams are set up, where the gaps are, and what firms are actually looking for.

Typical roles we support with include accounts, audit and tax positions at all levels, as well as bookkeeping and support roles where needed.

Whether you’re hiring or open to hearing what’s out there, the focus is always the same — understanding what’s needed and making sure it’s the right long-term fit.

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Active jobs

Payroll Administrator

Brighton

East Sussex

We’re recruiting for a Payroll Administrator to join a busy and supportive team, delivering a fast, accurate, and high-quality payroll service to a varied client base. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in accuracy, organisation, and client service.

Assistant Manager (Accounts)

Guildford

Surrey

We’re recruiting for an Assistant Manager to support a Director with a growing client portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into a more senior, client-facing role with exposure to advisory work, team development, and business growth. You’ll work across a varied portfolio of sole traders and SMEs, combining accounts, tax, and operational support with increasing involvement in FP&A and strategic work.

Tax Manager

Guildford

Surrey

We’re recruiting for a Tax Manager to join a growing practice, managing a varied portfolio of personal and corporate clients (predominantly owner-managed businesses). This is a well-rounded role combining compliance, advisory, and team leadership — ideal for someone looking to take ownership of their portfolio while developing others and contributing to business growth.

Tax Manager

Worthing

West Sussex

We’re working with a well-established two-partner accountancy practice looking to appoint an experienced and technically strong Tax Manager. This is a key role within the firm, offering significant autonomy, client exposure, and the opportunity to oversee a substantial personal tax portfolio supported by an experienced assistant. The position combines portfolio leadership, trust expertise, advisory work, and team supervision — ideal for someone who enjoys ownership within a close-knit practice environment.

Senior Tax Manager

Brighton

East Sussex

Join a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice that prioritises relationships, collaboration, and high-quality advisory work. This is a senior leadership role offering real influence, exposure to complex clients, and a clear pathway to Director and potential equity. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, taking ownership of the tax function while supporting a diverse and high-value client base including HNWIs, crypto investors, property clients, and non-dom/non-resident individuals.

Senior Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant

Bexhill

East Sussex

We’re recruiting for a Senior Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a growing and supportive accountancy practice. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong bookkeeping experience who enjoys managing their own portfolio while continuing to develop into accounts work over time. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounts services to a varied client base.

Outsourced Senior Manager

Guildford

Surrey

We’re recruiting for an experienced Outsourced Senior Manager to join a growing accountancy practice, supporting a portfolio of SMEs and owner-managed businesses with strategic financial leadership and commercial insight. This is a senior, client-facing role where you’ll act as a trusted advisor, helping businesses improve performance, scale effectively, and make informed financial decisions.

VAT Manager/Senior Manager

Horsham or Chichester

West Sussex

We’re recruiting for a VAT Manager or Senior Manager to join a well-established and growing VAT advisory team. This is a purely advisory role — ideal for someone who enjoys delivering high-level technical VAT advice rather than compliance-focused work. You’ll work with a diverse client base across sectors including real estate, manufacturing, international trade, charities and not-for-profits, agriculture, finance, education, and local authorities. As part of a collaborative team, you’ll also support the strategic development of the VAT service line.

Meet our Public Practice Accountancy Team

Jimmy

Director - Public Practice Specialist

Mel

PA & Administration Lead

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