Description
This is a well-rounded Business Services Senior opportunity with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Plymouth, where the client base is varied, the team is collaborative, and the firm has a genuine track record of developing and progressing the people within it, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer.
Crowe Watson Recruitment has a long track record of placing talented accountancy professionals into leading practice roles across the South West and beyond, and the team brings the same level of care, expertise, and personal attention to every search regardless of location. What sets Crowe Watson apart is not just their knowledge of the market but their genuine interest in the people they work with, taking the time to understand what each candidate actually wants from their next role before making any introductions. That approach consistently delivers results that both candidates and clients value.
As Business Services Senior, you will work across a varied and interesting portfolio of clients, taking real ownership of accounts assignments and developing your technical and client-facing skills within a supportive and experienced team. Plymouth has a diverse and growing business community, and the firm’s client base reflects that, offering exposure to a broad range of sectors and business types that will keep the work genuinely engaging. For an ambitious accountancy professional who is looking for a practice that will invest in their development and provide a clear route to assistant manager level, this is an opportunity that is well worth exploring. 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
Preparing and reviewing accounts for a varied portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
Assisting managers and partners on more complex assignments and technical matters
Acting as a reliable point of contact for clients, handling queries in a professional and confident manner
Supporting the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns as required
Supervising and mentoring junior members of the team, contributing to their development
Managing your own workload effectively and ensuring deadlines are consistently met
Requirements
ACA or ACCA qualified or part-qualified, with a solid background in accounts preparation
At least three years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience preparing accounts for a range of client types to a high standard
Good working knowledge of accountancy software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional client-facing manner
Well organised with a proactive attitude and a genuine ambition to progress within practice
Crowe Watson Recruitment has a long track record of placing talented accountancy professionals into leading practice roles across the South West and beyond, and the team brings the same level of care, expertise, and personal attention to every search regardless of location. What sets Crowe Watson apart is not just their knowledge of the market but their genuine interest in the people they work with, taking the time to understand what each candidate actually wants from their next role before making any introductions. That approach consistently delivers results that both candidates and clients value.
As Business Services Senior, you will work across a varied and interesting portfolio of clients, taking real ownership of accounts assignments and developing your technical and client-facing skills within a supportive and experienced team. Plymouth has a diverse and growing business community, and the firm’s client base reflects that, offering exposure to a broad range of sectors and business types that will keep the work genuinely engaging. For an ambitious accountancy professional who is looking for a practice that will invest in their development and provide a clear route to assistant manager level, this is an opportunity that is well worth exploring. 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
Preparing and reviewing accounts for a varied portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
Assisting managers and partners on more complex assignments and technical matters
Acting as a reliable point of contact for clients, handling queries in a professional and confident manner
Supporting the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns as required
Supervising and mentoring junior members of the team, contributing to their development
Managing your own workload effectively and ensuring deadlines are consistently met
Requirements
ACA or ACCA qualified or part-qualified, with a solid background in accounts preparation
At least three years' experience working within a UK Practice environment
Proven experience preparing accounts for a range of client types to a high standard
Good working knowledge of accountancy software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional client-facing manner
Well organised with a proactive attitude and a genuine ambition to progress within practice