Collective Concepts Accounting – Head of Brighton office & Tax Services 

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 plus extensive benefits 

Location:  Brighton

Salary: £50k to £60k FTE 

Reports to: Director 

Type: Full time or Part time, min 30 hours a week 

 
Location: Brighton 

Join a modern and forward‑thinking accountancy practice that prioritises genuine relationships over just crunching numbers. At Collective Concepts Accounting, we value both our team members and the businesses we support, fostering a culture of care, collaboration, and professional excellence. 

What to Expect When Working with Us: 

Flexibility: Enjoy hybrid working options with up to two days per week remote work after passing probation. We operate flexible core hours from 09:15–14:45, giving you the autonomy to structure your day. Our working week is 37.5 hours. 

Welcome Bonus: Receive a £750 bonus upon passing probation. 

Generous Leave: Benefit from enhanced annual leave, starting at 30 days and rising to 35 days once fully qualified (ACCA/ACA/CTA). 

Commission: Earn 5% of fees received for the first 12 months from any new clients you introduce to the business. 

Professional Development: We invest in your growth with structured training, CPD support, paid study leave where applicable, and clear progression pathways. 

Career Progression: 

 
This Senior position is a key part of our leadership team, with a clear development path toward Director and potential equity opportunities for the right candidate. 

The Opportunity 

This is a senior leadership role for someone who thrives in a dynamic, client-centric environment. You will oversee the full delivery of our accounting, advisory, and Tax services, ensuring excellence across customer delivery, advisory and Tax services. 

You will lead a team of Client Advisory Managers, Client Advisory Accountants and an outsourced team in India, developing their technical capability, supporting their client relationships, and ensuring consistent, high-quality service delivery across the department. 

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a blend of strategic thinking, operational oversight, and hands-on technical problem-solving — all while mentoring a talented team and shaping the future of our Advisory and Tax offering. 

There is a clear development path toward Director and potential equity opportunities for the right candidate. 

Key Responsibilities 

Leadership & Team Development 

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Client Advisory Managers and Client Advisory Accountants. Preparing and carrying out staff review meetings and monthly catch ups. 

• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 

• Oversee workload planning, resource allocation, and team capacity management. 

• Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing professional development within the Advisory team. 

• Lead the weekly accounting meeting with the Team. 

• Attend and contribute to weekly leadership meetings. 

Service Delivery and Client Relationship Management 

 

• Overseeing the preparation and timely submission of all personal tax returns
  Preparing and reviewing complex high‑net‑worth tax returns, including those involving: 

 
– Non‑UK tax residents
– Non‑dom clients
– Cryptoasset tax disclosures and returns.
– Property and share disposals (including CGT) 

• Leading our R&D tax advisory service, ensuring compliance-focused and high‑quality claims. 

• Managing the tax consulting function, delivering strategic advisory work to clients.
  Providing expert tax advice across personal tax, CGT, residence, domicile, and crypto tax. 

• Reviewing complex computations prepared by junior and mid‑level team members.
  Leading tax planning projects at both personal and corporate level. 

• Supporting HMRC enquiries, disclosures, and technical queries as required. 

• Act as the senior point of escalation for clients for complaints. 

• Support Client Advisory Managers in managing client expectations, scope, and service quality. 

• Lead strategic financial conversations with clients where required. 

• Ensure client satisfaction, retention, and long-term relationship growth. 

Operational Excellence 

• Drive improvements in systems, processes, and workflows across the Advisory function. 

• Ensure compliance with internal quality standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. 

• Collaborate with leadership to refine service offerings, pricing, and delivery models. 

• Support the integration of new technology, automation, and reporting tools. 

Strategic Contribution 

• Contribute to firm-wide planning, growth initiatives, and operational strategy. 

• Provide insights into team performance, client trends, and service development opportunities. 

• Champion innovation and continuous improvement across the Advisory department. 

About You 

You will thrive in this role if you are a confident leader with strong technical accounting expertise and a passion for developing people and improving systems. You enjoy balancing strategic oversight with hands-on involvement when needed. 

Essential Skills & Experience 

• Fully qualified accountant or working towards (ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent). 

• Significant experience in accounting, advisory, and Tax Compliance services. 

• Strong experience managing diverse and complex personal tax portfolios. 

• Demonstrable expertise in crypto tax, CGT, non‑resident and non‑dom rules, and HNW structures. 

• Proven leadership experience managing teams in a fast-paced environment. 

• Strong technical knowledge of UK tax laws and HMRC practises. 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex financial information. 

• Experience improving processes, systems, and workflows. 

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines. 

Desirable 

• Experience in a modern, cloud-based accounting firm. 

• Familiarity with Xero, Dext, Iris elements or similar tools. 

• Experience supporting SMEs, start-ups, or high-growth businesses. 

What We Offer 

• A supportive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture. 

• Opportunities for leadership development and career progression. 

• Flexible remote working (20% of working week). 

• Competitive salary and benefits package. 

• The chance to shape a growing department and make a meaningful impact. 

How to Apply 

If you’re excited by the opportunity to lead a high-performing team and elevate the delivery of accounting and CFO services for a modern, growing firm, we’d love to hear from you. 

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest in the role. Please include a 60 second video about what you are passionate about. 

About Us 

Collective Concepts Accounting is a modern and forward‑thinking firm based in Brighton. 

 
We specialise in supporting technology startups and scale‑ups, high‑net‑worth individuals, property-focused clients, talent, and crypto investors. Our bespoke solutions provide financial clarity and guide our clients toward sustainable profitability. 

We believe in building businesses that last, and we are committed to both our clients’ success and the well‑being of our team. 

Learn more at: https://www.collectiveconceptsaccounting.com/jobs