Job Description

About Us

Armstrong Watson are a trusted and leading independent Accountancy and Business Advisory firm based in the North of England and Scotland. Our services and advice are all centred around our Quest to support our clients to achieve prosperity, a secure future and peace of mind, which cannot be achieved without the expertise of our dedicated and valued colleagues.



With approximately 700 colleagues situated across 19 offices, our people and our culture are at the heart of what we do. We recognise the unique impact we have on not only our clients, but also our colleagues, and the communities in which we operate. Our success is dependent on every colleague embracing all four of our core values: Honesty, Humanity, Trust and Passion.

The Role

Are you a Qualified Chartered Accounting Professional (ICAS, ACA or ACCA) with a passion for providing financial services and solutions to clients predominantly within the Medical Sector? If so, we would love to hear from you!



We are seeking an ambitious and technically skilled Business Services Assistant Manager or Manager (depending on experience) to join our team in either Leeds or Newcastle.



This position comes as a result of continued growth within our Healthcare portfolio and is aligned to Armstrong Watson's "Crazy Goal" to be known as "the best Accounting and Financial Advisory firm to deal with, delivering the best client experience in the UK".



As a Business Services Manager, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from basic to large and complex assignments. Your main goal will be to ensure that our clients receive exceptional service whilst also focusing on team collaboration, performance and engagement.



The main elements of this role will include:

Being responsible for the completion and submission of financial statements (Partnership FRS105 and FRS102 1A), business taxation and personal taxation for all clients within your portfolio by the required deadlines Taking ownership for a portfolio of basic / large / complex Business Services clients from within the Medical Sector (consisting of GP practices, hospital based Consultants, private medical companies, dental principals and associates, pharmacies and care homes etc) Overseeing and providing technical support to Business Services Assistants / Seniors. You will also be responsible for completing line management duties (1-1s, Annual and Quarterly Goal Setting Meetings, Student Review Meetings etc) Resolving more complex queries relating to assignments and liaising directly with our clients Reviewing assignments which have been prepared by Business Services Assistants / Seniors to ensure they comply with our requirements and are ready for client review Attending and contributing to client meetings as required by the Business Services Partner / Relationship Manager Forming good and professional relationships with clients, creating an environment whereby clients feel happy to refer their contacts to Armstrong Watson Building your own network of professional contacts, which will hopefully result in generating new business

Please note that we will not be accepting candidates from agency suppliers in connection with this vacancy.

The Candidate

In order to fulfil the responsibilities of the position, we would like candidates to be / have:

A Full UK Driving Licence Either ICAS, ACA or ACCA qualified Experience of working in an accounting capacity at an Accountancy Practice A passion for helping clients from within the Medical Sector and be familiar with relevant legislation and terminology Ambitious, and keen to drive the team forward Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment A dedicated team player, and willing to assist colleagues in the team where possible Able to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines an work well under pressure Able to use initiative and have great organisation / problem solving skills Keen to become part of a dynamic team

The Benefits

In return for your hard work helping us shape our future growth and development; we will provide a competitive salary and a positive benefits package which includes:

Salary Sacrifice Employer Contribution Pension Scheme including Life Cover (4x salary) and Income Protection Competitive Annual Leave entitlement up to 26 days, plus Bank Holidays Annual Leave Purchase Scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional days annual leave each year Smart Working Policy, giving you the ability to balance home and remote working Health Shield Cash Plan (cash back on a range of Health benefits and discounts on holidays, fashion and entertainment) Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for wellbeing and health) Paid flu jabs and eye tests Introductory Commission Scheme (financial reward if you refer a new client) Employee Referral Scheme (financial reward if you refer new AW colleagues) enabling you to claim up to 2,500 for each referral Ongoing access to online training courses and materials Paid professional membership fees Charity of the Month Colleague of the Month Subsidised social events throughout the year


In addition to all the benefits you would expect from an award winning employer, you will be given the utmost encouragement and support to develop your career further.



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