Business Services Senior

A genuinely exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Services Senior to join a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in Waterlooville. Our client is a well-regarded practice with a strong regional presence, offering a supportive and professional working environment where career development is actively encouraged. Benefits on offer include flexible working arrangements, a company pension, and much more, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their accountancy career. Crowe Watson Recruitment, one of the UK’s leading specialist recruiters in the accountancy practice sector, is proud to be partnering with this firm to find the right individual for this key role. As a Business Services Senior, you will be responsible for managing a varied portfolio of clients, including owner-managed businesses, partnerships, and limited companies across a range of sectors. You will take ownership of the preparation and finalisation of accounts, manage associated compliance work, and act as a reliable point of contact for clients, providing clear and commercially relevant guidance. The firm places great emphasis on developing its staff and fostering a collaborative culture, meaning you will have every opportunity to grow both technically and professionally within a team that genuinely values its people. The successful candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified, or studying towards, with solid experience gained within an accountancy practice environment. You will be confident managing your own workload, have strong communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to build lasting client relationships. This is a fantastic chance to join a firm with a clear vision for growth and a real commitment to the individuals who contribute to its success. 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 that Crowe Watson is unable to support visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities • Preparation and review of accounts for a varied portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies • Managing client relationships and acting as a primary point of contact for day-to-day queries and compliance matters • Overseeing the preparation of corporation tax returns and other associated compliance work • Supporting, mentoring, and reviewing the work of more junior team members • Contributing to the wider growth and development of the business services department Requirements • ACA or ACCA qualified, or part-qualified with significant practice experience • Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment • Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and tax compliance • Excellent communication and client management skills • Competency with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or CCH