Accountant

We're looking for an Accountant to join our UK team and take ownership of accounting and tax compliance for a portfolio of clients. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, values accuracy and consistency, and wants to be part of a practice that does things properly.

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
You'll be the person clients and colleagues can rely on to get accounts, tax returns and management accounts done right and on time, working closely with our Finance Business Partners so clients always get a joined-up, high-quality experience.
The Role:
As an Accountant, you will:
Take full responsibility for accounts, corporation tax returns, VAT returns and self-assessment returns for a portfolio of clients, working without supervision and to a high standard
Prepare and deliver management accounts for a portfolio of clients
Collaborate closely with Finance Business Partners to support high-quality service delivery, onboarding and proactive communication
Keep control of your tasks and deadlines, resolving blockers yourself and escalating issues when needed
Follow the firm's risk management and quality control procedures
Work to a high technical standard, following internal processes and minimising rework
Spot opportunities to improve our processes and feed into technical and client-focused feedback loops
Keep up an active programme of Continued Professional Development (CPD)
About the Numbers Studio:
Based in the heart of Brighton, The Numbers Studio supports ambitious businesses with expert financial insight and outstanding advice.
We're a modern, advisory-led practice that values curiosity and genuine partnership. We use smart systems, avoid unnecessary admin, and give our team the space to do meaningful work.
Our team culture is collaborative, creative and human. We work hard for our clients and believe that work should be enjoyable and rewarding.
Simply, we're just a bunch of nice people who care about doing excellent work and supporting each other.
About You:
You may be AAT Level 4 qualified, studying ACA/ACCA or qualified by experience with a solid grounding in accounts, tax compliance and management accounts. xwzovoh What matters most to us is your accuracy, reliability and ability to manage a portfolio independently.
We'd love to hear from you if you:
Have strong experience delivering accounts, tax compliance and management accounts in practice
Can manage a portfolio of clients and deadlines with minimal supervision
Have a keen eye for detail and take pride in accurate, well-documented work
Enjoy collaborating with colleagues to deliver a seamless client experience
Have excellent communication skills
Strong business and commercial awareness
What We Offer:
Salary £27k – £35k (reviewed annually)
Clear career progression
Ongoing professional development
Flexitime
25 days holiday + option to buy more
Early finish Friday (summer)
Quarterly team events
Time off for training
Pension scheme
Death in service cover
Cycle to work scheme
Charity day each year
Sabbatical leave after 5 years
Relaxed dress code
Free biscuits