Business Services Senior

Crowe Watson Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Strong company pension

Clear route for career progression

Healthy work-life balance

Job summary

Crowe Watson Recruitment is partnering with a Bolton-based Chartered Accountants firm to recruit a Business Services Senior. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, prepare statutory accounts and MI, and mentor junior staff while building lasting client relationships.

The role emphasizes strong UK GAAP knowledge, excellent communication, and the ability to handle tax computations and business services compliance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of UK GAAP and statutory accounts
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Experience reviewing work of juniors and guiding them
• Proficiency with common accountancy software packages

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse client portfolio, preparing statutory accounts and MI
• Review work by junior team members and provide guidance
• Liaise directly with clients to build strong working relationships
• Assist with tax computations and business services compliance
• Support senior management with ad hoc projects and process improvements

Skills

Communication skills

Client relationship management

UK GAAP knowledge

Mentoring junior colleagues

Education

ACA/ACCA or QBE qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Bolton as they look to welcome a Business Services Senior to their growing team, offering flexible working, a strong company pension, and much more. This role would suit a qualified or part-qualified accountant with solid UK practice experience, ready to take ownership of a varied client portfolio spanning multiple sectors. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality accounts and business services work, while also mentoring junior colleagues and building lasting client relationships.

Based in Bolton, this firm has built a reputation for excellent client service and a supportive, down-to-earth culture. They are known for looking after their staff and offering genuine flexibility, making this an ideal opportunity for someone seeking a healthy work-life balance without compromising on career development.

What is the day-to-day of the role:

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, preparing statutory accounts and management information
• Review work prepared by junior members of the team, providing guidance and support
• Liaise directly with clients to build strong, lasting working relationships
• Assist with tax computations and business services compliance work
• Support senior management with ad hoc projects and process improvements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• ACA, ACCA, or QBE qualified (or nearing qualification)
• Strong technical accounts and business services knowledge, including UK GAAP
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to manage client relationships confidently
• Proficient in relevant accountancy software packages

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Strong company pension
• Clear route for career progression with ongoing training
• Healthy work-life balance in a down-to-earth culture

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