Crowe Watson Recruitment

A well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Preston is seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join their growing team, offering flexible working, a company pension, and much more! Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be managing this search on behalf of the firm, drawing on years of specialist experience placing audit and accounts professionals into leading UK practices. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious ACA or ACCA qualified (or finalist) auditor looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. The role offers genuine scope for progression, exposure to a varied client portfolio, and the chance to work alongside a knowledgeable and friendly team.

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit services to a diverse range of clients, from owner-managed businesses through to larger corporate entities. You will take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, mentoring junior team members along the way, while benefiting from ongoing technical training and clear pathways to progress towards management level. Crowe Watson Recruitment works closely with firms across Preston and the wider North West, meaning we understand exactly what this practice is looking for and can offer candid, informed guidance throughout your application.

If you are looking to join a firm that values career development, technical excellence, and a healthy work life balance, this could be the ideal move for you. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Planning, executing, and completing statutory audits for a varied client portfolio
Supervising and reviewing the work of junior audit staff
Building and maintaining strong client relationships throughout the audit process
Identifying areas for process improvement and adding value to clients' businesses
Reporting audit findings clearly to managers and partners, with recommendations where relevant

Requirements

ACA or ACCA qualified, or finalist, with solid audit experience
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and/or IFRS
Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to liaise directly with clients
Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Audit Senior

Audit Assistant Manager
Ref:  CWK799
Salary: £44,000 - £54,000 (DOE)
Bristol
This is a strong and well-rounded Audit Assistant Manager opportunity with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Bristol, where the audit practice is well-regarded, the client base is technically varied, and the firm has a clear and proven commitment to developing and progressing the people within it, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer.

Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong and well-established presence across the Bristol accountancy market, and the team brings a genuine understanding of the local audit landscape to every search it undertakes. The care and personal attention that Crowe Watson brings to every introduction it makes is something that audit professionals across the South West consistently value, and that consistency is what has built the team’s strong reputation in this market.

As Audit Assistant Manager, you will take a central role in the delivery of high-quality audit and assurance services across a varied and interesting portfolio of clients, supporting partners and managers on more complex assignments whilst taking on increasing responsibility for client relationships and the development of the junior members of the team. Bristol’s commercial landscape is broad and diverse, and the firm’s client base reflects that well, offering technical variety across a range of sectors and business sizes that will keep the work consistently engaging. There is a clear and well-supported pathway to manager level for the right individual, within a team that is technically strong, collaborative, and a good place to build a long-term career in audit. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note that Crowe Watson Recruitment is unable to assist with sponsorship applications; all candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.

Key Responsibilities
Leading and reviewing audit assignments across a varied client portfolio to the highest technical standards
Acting as a primary point of contact for clients, managing relationships with confidence and professionalism
Supervising, coaching, and supporting the development of junior and semi-senior members of the audit team
Supporting partners and managers on complex assignments and technical matters
Ensuring all assignments are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard
Contributing to business development activity and identifying opportunities to grow the firm's audit portfolio

Requirements
ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong audit background gained within practice
At least four years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven ability to lead audit assignments and manage client relationships confidently and effectively
Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional and confident client-facing manner
Well organised with a proactive approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Audit Assistant Manager

This is a well-rounded Private Client Tax Senior opportunity with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Leeds, where the client base is high-quality and technically varied, the team is experienced and collaborative, and the pathway to assistant manager level is clear and actively supported, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer.

Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong and well-established presence across the Yorkshire accountancy market, and the private client tax space in Leeds is one the team knows particularly well. The team takes a careful and considered approach to every search, investing the time to understand what each candidate is looking for and ensuring that any introduction made is well-matched and worthwhile for both parties. That consistency is what has built Crowe Watson’s reputation amongst private client tax professionals across the region.

As Private Client Tax Senior, you will manage a varied and rewarding portfolio of private clients, including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates, delivering compliance and advisory services to a consistently high standard and building the kind of trusted client relationships that are central to success in this area of tax. Leeds has a thriving and diverse professional services community, and the firm’s private client base reflects that well, offering technical variety and a breadth of work that will keep any ambitious tax professional consistently engaged. There is a clear and well-supported pathway to assistant manager level for the right individual, within a team that is technically strong, collaborative, and a good place to build a long-term career. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note that Crowe Watson Recruitment is unable to assist with sponsorship applications; all candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.

Key Responsibilities
Managing a portfolio of private clients including high-net-worth individuals, trusts, and estates
Preparing and reviewing self-assessment tax returns and associated compliance work
Providing tailored advice across income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax
Building and maintaining strong, trusted client relationships as a reliable point of contact
Supporting and mentoring junior members of the private client tax team
Liaising with HMRC on client matters including correspondence and enquiries

Requirements
ATT and/or CTA qualified with a strong private client tax background
At least three years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience managing a portfolio of private clients with confidence and technical accuracy
Solid knowledge of UK personal tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and trusts
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional and confident client-facing manner
Well organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively

Private Client Tax Senior

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Dundee, in their search for a Mixed Tax Senior Manager to join their thriving team. Offering flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more, this firm is known for investing genuinely in its people. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced tax professional to step into a senior leadership role within a well-established and highly regarded practice.

The successful candidate will take a lead role in managing a varied portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients, providing both compliance and advisory services across a broad range of industries. You will play a key part in mentoring junior staff, supporting business development, and helping to shape the future direction of the tax department. This role offers genuine scope for progression within a firm that prides itself on nurturing talent and rewarding ambition.

Crowe Watson Recruitment has an excellent reputation for connecting talented tax professionals with firms that share their values and career aspirations. If you are looking to take the next step in your tax career, within a firm that offers autonomy, support, and a clear route to further progression, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Manage a diverse portfolio of corporate and personal tax clients
Provide both compliance and advisory tax services
Mentor and develop junior members of the tax team
Support business development and client relationship growth
Contribute to the strategic direction of the tax department

Requirements:

CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
Proven experience in a Mixed Tax Senior Manager or similar role
Strong technical tax knowledge across corporate and personal tax
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Excellent communication and client relationship management skills

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Mixed Tax Senior Manager

With a well-established audit practice, a technically varied client base, and a culture that actively supports and rewards the ambitions of the people within it, this leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Bristol has a compelling opportunity for an experienced Audit Senior who is ready to take the next step in their career, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer.

Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong and well-established presence across the Bristol accountancy market, and the team brings a genuine understanding of the local audit landscape to every search it undertakes. Known for a personal and considered approach to recruitment, Crowe Watson takes the time to properly understand what each candidate is looking for before making any introduction, ensuring that the opportunities presented are well-matched and worth pursuing.

As Audit Senior, you will lead assignments from planning through to completion across a varied and interesting portfolio of clients, develop junior members of the team, and build the kind of direct and trusted client relationships that are central to a successful career in audit. Bristol’s commercial community is broad and diverse, and the firm’s client base reflects that well, offering genuine breadth across sectors and business sizes that will keep the work consistently engaging. There is a clear and well-supported pathway to assistant manager level for someone with the right attitude and ambition, within a team that is technically strong, collaborative, and a good place to build a long-term career. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note that Crowe Watson Recruitment is unable to assist with sponsorship applications; all candidates must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.

Key Responsibilities
Leading audit assignments from planning through to completion across a varied client portfolio
Preparing and reviewing audit files, ensuring work meets the highest technical standards
Supervising and coaching junior members of the audit team on assignments
Acting as a key point of contact for clients throughout the audit process
Communicating audit findings and recommendations clearly to managers and partners
Keeping up to date with developments in UK auditing standards and financial reporting

Requirements
ACA or ACCA qualified, or close to qualification, with a strong audit background
At least three years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience leading audit assignments and supervising junior team members effectively
Strong technical knowledge of UK auditing standards and financial reporting frameworks
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a confident client-facing manner
Well organised with the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines simultaneously

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Chichester as they look to strengthen their Private Client Tax team with the appointment of an Assistant Manager. On offer is flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more, all within a firm that is genuinely committed to helping its people grow. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious tax professional looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing a varied portfolio of private clients, including high net worth individuals, trusts, partnerships, and business owners. You will work closely with Partners and Directors, taking on increasing responsibility for client relationships while mentoring and supporting more junior members of the team. This is an excellent platform for someone looking to build towards a future Manager or senior leadership position within a firm that values technical excellence and personal development in equal measure.

Chichester offers an excellent quality of life, combining a historic city centre with easy access to the South Downs and the South Coast, making this a brilliant opportunity both professionally and personally. If you are looking to join a firm where your contribution is recognised and your career progression genuinely supported, this could be the ideal next step.

Responsibilities

Manage a diverse portfolio of private client tax matters, including HNWIs, trusts, and partnerships
Review tax returns and computations prepared by junior team members
Provide tax planning advice on inheritance tax, capital gains tax, and income tax matters
Support and mentor junior staff, assisting with their technical development
Liaise directly with clients and HMRC on complex tax queries

Requirements

ATT/CTA qualified (or qualified by experience) with strong private client tax knowledge
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience managing a portfolio and reviewing the work of others
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships
Strong technical knowledge of current UK tax legislation

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Private Client Tax Assistant Manager

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Services Director to join a leading and highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Newcastle upon Tyne. On offer is flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more, all within a firm that genuinely invests in the growth and development of its people. Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be handling this search on behalf of the firm, bringing our specialist knowledge of the UK accountancy practice market to help find the right person for this senior leadership role.

This is a rare chance for a senior practice professional to take on a director-level position within a firm that has built a strong reputation across the North East for technical excellence and client service. You will play a pivotal role in leading the Business Services department, managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing a team of qualified and part-qualified staff, and contributing directly to the strategic direction of the firm. This role would suit someone with significant practice experience who is ready to step up into a senior leadership position with genuine influence and progression prospects.

Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong track record of connecting talented accountancy professionals with firms across the UK, and we pride ourselves on taking the time to understand both our candidates and our clients so we can make the right match. If you are looking for your next step into a director-level role within a supportive and ambitious firm, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

Manage and develop a diverse portfolio of business services clients
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of qualified and part-qualified staff
Review accounts, management information, and tax computations prepared by the team
Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services
Contribute to the strategic growth and direction of the department

Requirements:

ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience at a senior or director level within an accountancy practice
Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship management skills
Sound technical knowledge of UK GAAP and current tax legislation

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Business Services Director

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Mixed Tax Senior to join a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Inverness, working with Crowe Watson Recruitment on this exclusive search. On offer is flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more, all within a firm that genuinely invests in the growth of its people. This is an ideal role for a tax professional looking to broaden their experience across both personal and corporate tax within a well-regarded and supportive practice.

The successful candidate will join a firm with an excellent reputation across the Highlands, known for its varied client base and its commitment to developing talent from within. You will benefit from ongoing training, clear progression opportunities, and exposure to a broad mix of tax work spanning owner-managed businesses, corporates, and private clients. This is a genuine opportunity to develop your technical expertise while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong track record of placing tax professionals within top UK accountancy practices, and we pride ourselves on matching the right candidates with firms where they can truly thrive. If you are a Tax Senior seeking your next step within a firm that values quality of work and quality of life in equal measure, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Manage a varied portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients
Prepare and review tax returns and computations
Provide tax planning advice to a range of clients
Liaise directly with clients and HMRC on tax matters
Support junior team members with technical queries

Requirements

ATT and/or CTA qualified, or qualified by experience
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong technical knowledge of personal and corporate tax
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Highly organised with strong attention to detail

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Mixed Tax Senior

Looking for a role that offers flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more? Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Durham as they seek an experienced Private Client Tax Manager to join their growing tax team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious tax professional to take the next step in their career within a well-established and highly regarded practice. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of private clients, including high net worth individuals, trusts, and partnerships, while playing an active role in developing junior team members and supporting the firm's continued growth.

The firm offers a supportive and progressive working environment where technical excellence and personal development go hand in hand. With a genuine focus on career progression, this is an ideal role for someone looking to build a long-term future within UK practice.

Responsibilities

Manage a varied portfolio of private clients, ensuring compliance and advisory work is delivered to a high standard
Provide tax planning advice on income tax, capital gains tax, and inheritance tax matters
Review tax returns prepared by junior members of the team and provide constructive feedback
Liaise directly with clients, HMRC, and other professional advisers
Support business development activities and help identify opportunities for additional client services

Requirements

CTA and/or ACA/ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong technical knowledge of private client tax matters
Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
Proven ability to manage and develop junior staff

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Private Client Tax Manager

A well-established and highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants in Nottingham has instructed Crowe Watson Recruitment to find their next Business Services Semi Senior. With flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm known for genuinely investing in its people. Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong track record of matching talented practice professionals with firms across the UK where they can thrive.

This role would suit a part-qualified or QBE accountant looking to build on their existing practice experience within a business services or accounts department. You will work closely with a varied portfolio of clients, gaining exposure to a broad range of industries while receiving ongoing support and mentoring from experienced colleagues. The firm places a strong emphasis on structured career progression, making this an excellent next step for someone keen to develop technically and professionally.

Based in Nottingham, the firm offers a friendly and collaborative working environment alongside a clear route towards further qualification and career advancement. If you are looking to join a supportive team where your contribution is valued and your development is prioritised, this could be the right move for you.

Responsibilities:

Preparation of statutory accounts for a range of clients
Assisting with bookkeeping and management accounts
Supporting the wider team on VAT returns and compliance work
Liaising directly with clients to build strong working relationships
Assisting junior team members with technical queries

Requirements:

Part-qualified or QBE, with relevant UK practice experience
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong working knowledge of accounting software and Excel
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A proactive approach with a desire to progress within the profession

You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.