Business Services Supervisor

Thinking about your next move in accountancy practice? If you are an experienced Business Services professional looking to take a step up within a forward-thinking firm, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. Our client, a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in Edinburgh, is looking to appoint a talented Business Services Supervisor to join their growing team. This is a fantastic chance to develop your career within a supportive and ambitious environment, with a generous package that includes flexible working, a company pension, and much more.

Crowe Watson Recruitment, one of the UK’s most trusted specialist recruiters within the accountancy practice sector, is proud to be partnering exclusively with this highly regarded Edinburgh firm to find the right individual for this key role. Known for the quality of their client portfolio and their commitment to staff development, this firm offers genuine progression opportunities and a collegiate working culture that attracts some of the best talent in Scottish accountancy practice.

In this role, you will take on a varied and hands-on position, supervising a team of accounts professionals while managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors. You will play an active part in delivering high-quality accounts and business services work, acting as a key point of contact for clients and helping to develop junior members of the team. If you are looking for a role that combines technical excellence with real responsibility and client contact, this Business Services Supervisor position in Edinburgh ticks all the boxes.

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. 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

Supervising and reviewing the work of junior and semi-senior team members, providing guidance and supporting their development

Managing a portfolio of business services clients, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of accounts, management accounts, and related compliance work

Acting as a primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and delivering a consistently high standard of service

Assisting with workflow planning, workload allocation, and the smooth running of the business services team

Supporting managers and partners with ad hoc projects, technical queries, and business development activity

Requirements

Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment

ACA, ACCA qualified or part-qualified, with a solid grounding in accounts preparation and business services work

Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and cloud-based accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks

Excellent communication skills with the confidence to liaise directly with clients and internal stakeholders at all levels

A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced practice environment