A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Services Senior to join a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in Truro. Crowe Watson Recruitment, a specialist recruiter with a strong reputation for connecting exceptional accountancy talent with outstanding firms across the UK, is proud to be working exclusively on this role. You can expect flexible working arrangements, a company pension scheme, and much more, all within a forward-thinking practice that places real value on its people and their professional growth. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is recognised and your ambitions are supported, this is a superb opportunity not to be missed.

In this position, you will take responsibility for managing and developing a varied portfolio of clients, predominantly owner-managed businesses and SMEs across a range of sectors. Your day-to-day work will involve the preparation and review of accounts, management accounts, and statutory compliance, whilst also acting as a trusted point of contact for clients seeking guidance on financial matters. The firm is well established in the Truro market and benefits from a collaborative team culture, offering a structured environment in which talented individuals can genuinely thrive and progress.

Crowe Watson Recruitment is working with a firm that has built an excellent reputation for staff retention and client service delivery. This is an ideal role for a practice-experienced professional who is looking to take a meaningful step forward in their career, contributing to a high-performing team whilst broadening their technical expertise and client-facing skills. Cornwall’s accountancy market continues to grow, and this practice is well placed to offer long-term career development for the right individual.

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 role, and applicants 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 statutory accounts and management accounts for a diverse client portfolio
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, delivering proactive advice and support on financial and compliance matters
• Assisting with the training and development of junior members of the team
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns and supporting clients with wider compliance requirements
• Contributing to the ongoing development of client relationships and supporting business growth

Requirements

• Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• ACA/ACCA qualified/finalist, or qualified by experience
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and statutory compliance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective client relationships
• Self-motivated and well-organised, with the ability to manage a varied workload to deadlines