Experienced Talent

Shape your career

We offer a straightforward, supportive environment where you can lead on meaningful work and be recognised for the value you bring to our clients and our team.

Current opportunities

Shape the Future of Accounting With Us

At Armstrong Watson we know that experienced professionals aren’t just looking for a job — they’re looking for purpose, progression, and the chance to make a real impact.

Whether you're a seasoned Manager, a rising Senior or are an experienced professional, joining our team means stepping into a culture that values your expertise, supports your ambitions, and empowers you to grow.

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Why make your next move to Armstrong Watson?

We provide a people-focused environment where your expertise is respected, your passion is rewarded, and our collective success is shared.

Life at AW

Accelerate Your Career

We’re committed to helping you go further, faster. From tailored development plans to leadership pathways and secondment opportunities, we’ll support your goals, whether that’s deepening your technical expertise or stepping into a strategic role.

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Work That Matters

Our teams work on complex, high-impact projects that challenge the norm and deliver real value to clients. You’ll be trusted to lead, advise, and innovate, bringing your experience to the table where it counts.

A Culture That Champions You

We believe in collaboration and creating space for every voice to be heard. You’ll join a team that’s inclusive, ambitious, and genuinely supportive, where people look out for each other and celebrate success together.

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Future-Focused and Tech-Enabled

We’re embracing AI and automation to transform how we work, freeing up time for strategic thinking, client relationships, and creative problem-solving. You’ll be part of a firm that’s investing in the future and giving you the tools to stay ahead.

Flexibility That Works for You

We understand that life doesn’t stop at the office door. Whether it’s hybrid working, compressed hours, or support for personal commitments, we’ll help you find the balance that works for your life and career.

Ready to Redefine What’s Possible?

As the largest independent in the North of England and Scotland, we offer highly competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits, and continuous opportunities for professional growth. But above all, we pride ourselves on our personal touch. Here, you might look after the numbers, but you’ll never be treated like one.

Benefits package

Armstrong Watson Leadership Academy

We’re passionate about helping our people grow. From continuous development for experienced professionals to our annual leadership academy, we invest in building exceptional self-awareness, communication skills, and strong client relationships, qualities that drive success in our business and your career.

Employee training and development

What our colleagues say

We’re committed to providing a work place which aligns with our culture and values, allowing colleagues to thrive. Hear from those who have worked with us and discover how we’ve helped them achieve their goals.

Lauren Graham

Audit & Assurance Partner

"I applied for the Armstrong Watson chartered Scheme after hearing about the opportunities a friend had been given during her time on the programme. Armstrong Watson are always providing me with a broad range of experience across different offices and departments to help support my chartered studies. Not only has this helped me to put the ACA theory into practice, but it has allowed me to continually build on my professional development in the workplace. I joined the Cumbria Chartered Accountancy Student Society as both ICAEW Student Council (ISC) representative and chair and I thoroughly enjoyed the roles, and the firm fully supported my involvement allowing me time out to travel to London...”

Adam Pattison

Business Services Director

"I applied for the Armstrong Watson chartered Scheme after hearing about the opportunities a friend had been given during her time on the programme. Armstrong Watson are always providing me with a broad range of experience across different offices and departments to help support my chartered studies. Not only has this helped me to put the ACA theory into practice, but it has allowed me to continually build on my professional development in the workplace. I joined the Cumbria Chartered Accountancy Student Society as both ICAEW Student Council (ISC) representative and chair and I thoroughly enjoyed the roles, and the firm fully supported my involvement allowing me time out to travel to London...”

Our close links with professional associations are very important to us...