Business Services Senior

Business Services Senior

Department: Business Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Glasgow

Build something exceptional, with us. Our ambition is clear and openly bold. Armstrong Watson is on a journey to more than double our turnover by 2030 through disciplined organic growth, the attraction of outstanding talent, and selective acquisition. Growth alone is not the goal; reputation is. We aim to become the most respected adviser to privately owned businesses in the North and the UK.

We are building the best Accounting and Financial Advisory firm to deal with, not just in the North, but across the UK. Exceptional service, deep expertise, trusted relationships, and absolute reliability define everything we do. At our core, we exist to help our clients achieve prosperity, a secure future, and peace of mind.

We are looking for people who want more than the next job. You should care deeply about standards and professionalism, doing work you are proud of, building long‑term client relationships, and being part of a firm with momentum and intent.

The main elements of this role include:

• Completing draft financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and companies ready for review by a Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
• Completing draft business tax computations ready for review by a Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager
• Preparing VAT returns, book‑keeping assignments and management accounts for clients
• Assisting with the filing of financial statements and corporate tax returns
• Raising appropriate queries for the Business Services Assistant Manager / Manager

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

• A Full UK Driving Licence
• Either AAT, ICAS, ACCA or ACA qualified (or be "Qualified by Experience")
• Experience of working in an Accounting capacity at an Accountancy practice
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• A dedicated team player, willing to assist colleagues in the team where possible
• Able to prioritise workloads under strict deadlines and work well under pressure
• Able to use initiative and have great organisation/problem‑solving skills
• Keen to become part of a dynamic team

We 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 & 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
• Investment towards Continuous Professional Development (CPD), which includes access to comprehensive training courses and materials
• Paid professional membership fees