Business Services Manager in Bath - Crowe Watson Recruitment

Crowe Watson Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Bath to recruit an experienced Business Services Manager. Offering flexible working, a company pension, and much more, this opportunity provides the perfect blend of professional challenge and personal flexibility. Working with Crowe Watson Recruitment means you’ll receive dedicated guidance and honest, expert support from a specialist team that truly understands the accountancy practice market.

This highly regarded firm supports a broad portfolio of SMEs, owner-managed businesses, and growing organisations, delivering tailored advisory and compliance services. As Business Services Manager, you will oversee a varied client portfolio, lead and develop a talented team, and play a key role in driving service excellence and operational efficiency. The role offers real scope to influence processes, build client relationships, and contribute strategically to the firm’s continued growth.

This position would suit a commercially minded professional who enjoys mentoring others, improving workflows, and providing proactive advice that adds value. If you’re looking for a collaborative environment where your ideas are welcomed and your progression is supported, this could be the ideal next move. 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.

• Manage a portfolio of business services clients, acting as the main point of contact
• Review accounts, VAT returns, and management information to a high standard
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior and senior team members
• Oversee workflow planning, deadlines, and resource allocation
• Identify opportunities to provide additional advisory and value-added services

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong experience managing client relationships within accountancy practice
• Proven leadership and team management skills
• Excellent technical knowledge of accounts and tax compliance
• Must have a minimum of 4 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment