Business Services Director

Armstrong Watson

. Conduct client meetings without a Business Services Partner .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeGlasgow • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting practices, including preparation of non-statutory and statutory financial statements, while effectively managing client relationships and driving business development initiatives. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for supporting team performance and achieving departmental objectives.

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Qualified Accountant (ICAS, ICAEW, ACCA)Preparation of Statutory Financial StatementsKnowledge of UK Taxes (Personal Tax, Corporation Tax, VAT, Capital Taxes)Business Development InitiativesClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Preparation of Non-Statutory AccountsPreparation of Sole Trader AccountsPreparation of Partnership AccountsUnderstanding of UK Generally Accepted Accounting PracticePerformance Monitoring Against KPIs

Soft Skills

Excellent Verbal CommunicationExcellent Written CommunicationTeam ManagementColleague Development

Certifications & Qualifications

Full UK Driving Licence

Industry Keywords

Business ServicesClient Portfolio ManagementPerformance FeedbackProfessional NetworkingTeam Recruitment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct client meetings without a Business Services Partner
Act as a key Relationship Manager for a designated portfolio of clients
Raise and approve fees for own portfolio
Set formal objectives for direct reports and monitor progress and development
Monitor individual and team performance against objectives and departmental KPIs
Provide performance feedback to the relevant Business Services Partner
Sign off and authorise documents, accounts and returns where legally acceptable
Build a professional network to generate new business
Assist with team recruitment and other people-related matters
Join the growing Armstrong Watson Business Services team in the Glasgow office

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Full UK Driving Licence
A qualified Accountant under ICAS, ICAEW or ACCA
Excellent knowledge and working experience of preparing non-statutory, sole trader and partnership accounts
Experience preparing statutory financial statements in line with UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice
Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant UK taxes, including Personal Tax, Corporation Tax, VAT and Capital Taxes
Good understanding of all other services offered by the firm to identify referral opportunities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to flex style depending on audience
Ability to effectively manage and support colleagues and develop them to their best ability
Ability to drive business development initiatives and identify growth opportunities

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Encouragement and support to develop your career further