Description
A well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Kettering is seeking an experienced Business Services Manager to join their growing team, with Crowe Watson Recruitment proud to be managing this appointment on their behalf. This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm that genuinely invests in its people, offering flexible working, a company pension, and much more! Crowe Watson Recruitment has built a strong reputation for matching talented accountancy professionals with firms across the UK, taking the time to understand both client culture and candidate ambition. The firm in Kettering prides itself on delivering a high quality, client focused service across accounts, tax, and advisory work, and this role would suit a driven manager looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward thinking practice.
As Business Services Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, providing oversight and technical guidance across accounts preparation, management accounts, and general compliance work. You will play an important role in mentoring junior members of the team, reviewing their work, and supporting their professional development, while also acting as a key point of contact for clients on day to day queries and advisory matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a blend of technical delivery, client relationship management, and people leadership within a well-regarded Kettering practice.
The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, sound commercial awareness, and a genuine passion for client service, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities across a busy portfolio. In return, the firm offers a clear route for progression, ongoing professional development, and a collaborative working environment where your contribution is genuinely valued. If you are looking for your next move within accountancy practice and want to work somewhere that will invest in your future, this could be the ideal role for you.
Responsibilities:
Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, overseeing accounts preparation and compliance work
Review the work of junior team members, providing feedback and technical support
Act as a key point of contact for client queries and advisory matters
Support business development activity and identify opportunities within existing client relationships
Contribute to the training and development of junior staff
Requirements:
ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with relevant practice experience
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong technical knowledge across accounts and compliance work
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships
Proven ability to manage, review, 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.
Please note, we are unable to assist with candidates requiring visa sponsorship.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.
As Business Services Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, providing oversight and technical guidance across accounts preparation, management accounts, and general compliance work. You will play an important role in mentoring junior members of the team, reviewing their work, and supporting their professional development, while also acting as a key point of contact for clients on day to day queries and advisory matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a blend of technical delivery, client relationship management, and people leadership within a well-regarded Kettering practice.
The successful candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, sound commercial awareness, and a genuine passion for client service, alongside the ability to manage competing priorities across a busy portfolio. In return, the firm offers a clear route for progression, ongoing professional development, and a collaborative working environment where your contribution is genuinely valued. If you are looking for your next move within accountancy practice and want to work somewhere that will invest in your future, this could be the ideal role for you.
Responsibilities:
Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, overseeing accounts preparation and compliance work
Review the work of junior team members, providing feedback and technical support
Act as a key point of contact for client queries and advisory matters
Support business development activity and identify opportunities within existing client relationships
Contribute to the training and development of junior staff
Requirements:
ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with relevant practice experience
Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
Strong technical knowledge across accounts and compliance work
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships
Proven ability to manage, review, 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.
Please note, we are unable to assist with candidates requiring visa sponsorship.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency, references to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.