Crowe Watson Recruitment is working exclusively with a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in Nottingham, and we are seeking a talented Accounts and Audit Senior to join their highly regarded team. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced professional looking to build their career within a practice that genuinely prioritises its people. The firm offers flexible working arrangements, a competitive company pension, and much more, making this an exceptional role for the right candidate. As one of the UK’s most trusted specialist recruiters in the accountancy practice sector, Crowe Watson Recruitment brings unrivalled expertise and a personalised approach to every placement we make.

Our client is a well-established and respected practice with a strong presence across the East Midlands, renowned for delivering high-quality audit and accounts services to a diverse and growing portfolio of clients spanning multiple sectors. In this role, you will take ownership of a varied caseload, leading audit engagements from planning through to completion and preparing statutory accounts to a high standard. You will work closely with partners and managers, contributing to the continued success of the firm whilst supporting and mentoring more junior members of the team. This is a firm that believes in investing in its people, with clear pathways for progression and a culture that rewards ambition and hard work.

The successful candidate will be ACA or ACCA qualified, or studying towards qualification with significant practice experience behind them. Nottingham is a thriving hub for professional services, and this firm sits at the heart of that market, offering a stimulating and rewarding environment in which to develop your career. Whether you are looking for greater responsibility, a more varied caseload, or simply a firm that will recognise and value your contribution, this Accounts and Audit Senior position in Nottingham could be exactly the right 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered to the highest technical standards and within agreed timescales
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, corporation tax computations, and associated compliance work for a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact and providing proactive, commercially focused advice
• Support, mentor, and develop junior team members, contributing to a positive and collaborative team culture
• Liaise with partners and managers on complex technical matters, contributing to the ongoing development of the firm's audit and accounts offering

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or part-qualified with substantial experience within an accountancy practice environment
• Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, and relevant auditing standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage client relationships confidently and professionally
• A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines consistently