Business Services Associate Director

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Business Services Associate Director to join a highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants based in Swansea. This senior role offers flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more! You'll be stepping into a leadership position within a progressive practice that values expertise, innovation, and long-term career development, providing a platform to make a real impact on both clients and colleagues.

As Business Services Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in managing and developing a diverse client portfolio, delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services to owner-managed businesses and SMEs. Working closely with Partners, you'll help shape strategy, drive growth, and mentor the next generation of talent, while maintaining strong client relationships and upholding the firm's reputation for excellence across accounts, tax, and business advisory services.

This role is being recruited by Crowe Watson Recruitment, a specialist consultancy known for its deep understanding of the accountancy practice market and its commitment to matching high-calibre professionals with firms where they can truly thrive. Crowe Watson works closely with leading Chartered Accountants across the UK, offering candidates honest advice, market insight, and a supportive recruitment experience from start to finish.

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 Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience.

• Managing a varied portfolio of business services clients, including accounts preparation and advisory work
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of accountants and trainees
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser
• Supporting Partners with strategic planning, growth initiatives, and business development

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience at a senior level within a business services or general practice environment
• Must have a minimum of 7 years previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills