Business Services Manager

TPF Recruitment | Full time

Brighton, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/04/2026

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• Job ID ZR_7641_JOB
• Date Opened 14/04/2026
• Job Type Full time
• Industry -Accounting
• Salary £48,000 - £52,000
• City Brighton
• Province West Sussex
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code BN1 4EB

Our client, a leading independent accountancy practice in the South East, is focused on building strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to improve profitability, and supporting businesses to achieve their goals.

They are seeking a forward thinking Manager to join their Business Services team. The role will be based in Brighton and will involve managing a varied client portfolio, while also playing an active role in developing trainees and senior team members.

The position reports to a Client Service Partner and may also offer involvement in business development activities.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of growing business clients, including reviewing assignments and providing clear, practical advice where required

Ensuring all client deadlines are met accurately and on time

Attending client meetings both in person and via video calls

Supporting the Client Service Director with billing processes and monitoring work in progress

Assisting Partners and Directors with project based assignments as needed

Leading, motivating, training and developing trainees, seniors and colleagues, including line management responsibilities

Opportunities to attend networking events and support new client meetings alongside senior fee earners

ACA or ACCA qualified with a minimum of two years post qualification experience within an accountancy practice

Strong working knowledge of a range of accounting systems, including cloud based platforms

Ambitious, proactive and passionate about delivering high quality client service

Excellent communication skills with a strong focus on teamwork

Experience in developing and supporting team members

Highly organised, enthusiastic and self motivated

Line management experience would be beneficial

Salary: £48-,000 - £52,000

Working in central Brighton in a relaxed, friendly, modern environment

Opportunity to progress your career with us

Agile working hours and hybrid working

Paid overtime or take time off in lieu if you work over your contracted hours

4% employer pension contributions

Opportunity to purchase additional holiday days

Opportunity to join our Cash Plan and Enterprise Health scheme

Carpenter Box Lifestyle Hub which offers discounts for online and high street shops

Relaxed dress code policy

Please contact Mark Sitton on 01273 102 360, Mark@TPFrecruitment.com, or via LinkedIn for a confidential conversation.

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