Crowe Watson Recruitment
Accountancy practice recruitment specialists Crowe Watson are working exclusively with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Norwich to appoint an experienced Business Services Senior. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded practice that genuinely invests in its people, offering a supportive working culture, flexible working, a company pension, and much more. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is valued and your progression is actively encouraged, this could be the ideal next step for your career.
Our client is a well-established firm with a strong reputation across Norfolk and the wider region. Their Business Services team works with a diverse and interesting portfolio of clients, ranging from owner-managed businesses through to larger corporate entities, providing a high standard of accounts preparation, management accounts, and associated advisory work. The firm prides itself on maintaining close, long-term client relationships, and you will play a key role in delivering that quality of service.
As a Business Services Senior, you will take ownership of a varied client portfolio, managing workflows efficiently and working closely with managers and partners to deliver outstanding results. Crowe Watson is renowned for its specialist approach to accountancy practice recruitment and has an excellent track record of placing talented professionals in roles where they can genuinely thrive. You will be joining a firm that offers real career development pathways, a collaborative team environment, and the scope to progress as your skills and experience grow.
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: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restriction.
Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparation of year-end accounts and management accounts for a varied portfolio of clients
- Providing support and mentoring to junior members of the team
- Liaising directly with clients, building and maintaining strong professional relationships
- Assisting managers and partners with ad hoc advisory and project work
- Managing your own workload and ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently met
Requirements
- Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
- ACA or ACCA student / qualified by experience, with a solid technical background in accounts preparation
- Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and colleagues at all levels
- A proactive approach to your work with a genuine desire to develop your career within a growing firm
- Proficiency in accountancy software such as Xero, Sage, or similar platforms
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