Senior Accountant - Audit, Tax & Accounts
Location: Harrow
Employment Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
£40,000 - £48,000 per annum
Required Qualification: ACA/ACCA
or equivalent
About the Opportunity
Join a well-established and respected accountancy practice in Harrow as a
Senior Accountant
. This diverse role offers excellent exposure across audit, tax, and accounts preparation, making it ideal for a qualified professional seeking variety, client interaction, and career progression in a supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Preparation
* Prepare statutory year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, sole traders, LLPs, and pension schemes
* Work with trial balances and incomplete records using various accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
* Manage budgeting and planning processes while maintaining direct client relationships
* Review and finalise reporting packages in collaboration with senior management
Audit Services
* Lead audit engagements from planning through to completion
* Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and establish materiality thresholds
* Perform on-site audit procedures including stock counts and substantive testing
* Complete analytical reviews and ensure professional audit file standards
Tax Compliance
* Prepare VAT returns, personal tax computations, and corporation tax calculations
* Handle P11D preparations and provide general tax advisory support
Team Leadership
* Supervise and review work of junior staff members
* Provide technical guidance and resolve complex queries
* Mentor semi-senior and junior colleagues to support their professional development
* Identify cross-selling opportunities across the firm's service offerings
Essential Requirements
* Qualification:
ACA/ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
* Experience:
Post-qualification experience, preferably in accountancy practice
* Client Focus:
Experience working with owner-managed businesses across multiple sectors
* Technical Skills:
Proficiency with accounting software including Sage, Xero, CCH, VT, and QuickBooks
* Leadership:
Proven experience in staff supervision and team development
* Communication:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Organisation:
Strong organisational abilities with attention to detail
What Our Client Offers
* Competitive salary: £40,000 - £48,000
* Diverse and challenging work across audit, tax, and accounts
* Direct client interaction and relationship management opportunities
* Professional development and mentoring responsibilities
* Supportive team environment in an established practice
* Career progression opportunities