Description
Business Services Senior
Ref: CWK777
Salary: £34,000 - £44,000 (DOE)
A talented and motivated Business Services Senior is sought by a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Chester, and this is a role that offers a varied and interesting client base, a supportive and well-structured team, and a firm that has built a strong reputation in the local market for the quality of its work and its commitment to developing the people within it, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer.
Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong presence across the North West accountancy market and a team that brings genuine sector knowledge and a personal approach to every search it undertakes. The team 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. That care and consistency is what has built Crowe Watson’s reputation across the region.
As Business Services Senior, you will work across a varied portfolio of clients, taking real ownership of accounts assignments and developing your technical and client-facing skills within a team that is experienced, collaborative, and invested in your progress. Chester has a thriving and diverse business community, and the firm’s client base reflects that well, offering exposure to a range of business types and sizes that will keep the work consistently engaging. For an ambitious accountancy professional who is serious about their development and looking for a firm that will support their progression to assistant manager level and beyond, this is a role 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
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
Ref: CWK777
Salary: £34,000 - £44,000 (DOE)
A talented and motivated Business Services Senior is sought by a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Chester, and this is a role that offers a varied and interesting client base, a supportive and well-structured team, and a firm that has built a strong reputation in the local market for the quality of its work and its commitment to developing the people within it, with flexible working, a company pension, and much more on offer.
Crowe Watson Recruitment has a strong presence across the North West accountancy market and a team that brings genuine sector knowledge and a personal approach to every search it undertakes. The team 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. That care and consistency is what has built Crowe Watson’s reputation across the region.
As Business Services Senior, you will work across a varied portfolio of clients, taking real ownership of accounts assignments and developing your technical and client-facing skills within a team that is experienced, collaborative, and invested in your progress. Chester has a thriving and diverse business community, and the firm’s client base reflects that well, offering exposure to a range of business types and sizes that will keep the work consistently engaging. For an ambitious accountancy professional who is serious about their development and looking for a firm that will support their progression to assistant manager level and beyond, this is a role 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
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

