Business Services Manager

TPF Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy firm in Sussex, which is expanding its Business Services team. We are seeking an experienced and driven Business Services Manager to join their Brighton office.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and articulate professional to take the next step in their career, working with a diverse client portfolio while also supporting the development of junior staff and getting involved in exciting project work.

Due to the firm’s continued growth, the Business Services Manager will work closely with one of the firm’s Client Service Directors, managing a varied portfolio of SME clients and supporting the delivery of high-quality advisory and compliance services.

• Manage a growing and varied client portfolio, including the review of assignments and providing proactive advice
  

• Ensure all compliance deadlines are met efficiently and effectively
  

• Attend client meetings in person and virtually, building strong client relationships
  

• Support the Client Service Director with fee proposals, billing, and managing work-in-progress
  

• Assist with one-off advisory and project-based assignments as required
  

• Coach, support, and help develop trainees, seniors, and peers, including line management responsibilities
  

• Participate in business development opportunities, including networking and attending prospect meetings
  

• ACA / ACCA qualified with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience within a UK accountancy practice
  

• Experience managing a portfolio of clients and reviewing accounts, tax, and other services
  

• Comfortable using a range of accounting software, particularly cloud-based platforms
  

• Strong communicator with the ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team
  

• Organised, self-motivated, and enthusiastic about helping clients succeed
  

• Experience in line management or a strong interest in developing others is highly desirable
  

• A modern, welcoming office in central Brighton
  

• Clear progression opportunities within a growing firm
  

• Agile working hours and hybrid working arrangements
  

• Paid overtime or time off in lieu
  

• 4% employer pension contribution
  

• Option to purchase additional holiday
  

• Health and wellbeing support through a Cash Plan and Enterprise Health scheme
  

• Discounts through the firm’s Lifestyle Hub
  

• Relaxed dress code and a supportive team environment
  

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.

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