Description
A leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Plymouth is currently seeking an experienced Business Services Senior Manager to join their established and highly regarded team. This is a senior opportunity within a progressive practice that continues to invest in its people and infrastructure. Offering flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more! The firm prides itself on delivering high-quality, partner-led accountancy and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients across the South West.
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and developing a substantial client portfolio, providing strategic business advice and ensuring the consistent delivery of exceptional service. You will lead and mentor a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants, supporting their technical and professional development while maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be working as the trusted recruitment partner on this opportunity, known for our specialist knowledge of the accountancy practice market and our commitment to placing professionals in roles where they can genuinely thrive. This role offers clear progression, exposure to complex and interesting work, and the chance to contribute to the continued success of a respected Plymouth-based accountancy firm. 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.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a portfolio of Business Services clients and acting as a key point of contact
Reviewing accounts, tax computations, and advisory work
Leading, mentoring, and developing the Business Services team
Identifying opportunities for business development and cross-selling services
Ensuring compliance with UK accounting and regulatory standards
Requirements
ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
At least six years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience managing client portfolios and teams
Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting and tax
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and developing a substantial client portfolio, providing strategic business advice and ensuring the consistent delivery of exceptional service. You will lead and mentor a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants, supporting their technical and professional development while maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be working as the trusted recruitment partner on this opportunity, known for our specialist knowledge of the accountancy practice market and our commitment to placing professionals in roles where they can genuinely thrive. This role offers clear progression, exposure to complex and interesting work, and the chance to contribute to the continued success of a respected Plymouth-based accountancy firm. 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.
Key Responsibilities
Managing a portfolio of Business Services clients and acting as a key point of contact
Reviewing accounts, tax computations, and advisory work
Leading, mentoring, and developing the Business Services team
Identifying opportunities for business development and cross-selling services
Ensuring compliance with UK accounting and regulatory standards
Requirements
ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
At least six years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience managing client portfolios and teams
Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting and tax
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills