Job Description
Senior Client Accountant £40-£55K
Harpenden, Herts. Hybrid working
Our client is a small but growing Accounting and Advisory practice with offices in Harpenden and Dubai. Their specialty is of property wealth/ property tax. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Accountant whom can be the first point of contact with clients and prospective clients. You will have a background in an accounting practice and especially with property tax. An understanding of UAE tax would also be beneficial to the role but not essential.
This role reports into the Managing Director and offers hybrid working.
Core Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage property-focused accounting and tax engagements for investors, developers, and businesses.
* Prepare, review and sign-off statutory accounts, management accounts and tax computations.
* Provide expert advice on property tax planning, SPV structuring, VAT strategy, CGT and broader tax optimisation.
* Deliver high-value business and financial advisory support to help clients grow, protect and extract wealth.
* Act as a senior point of contact for clients – building relationships, anticipating needs and delivering tailored solutions.
* Oversee compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements, ensuring accuracy and quality across all deliverables.
* Mentor and supervise junior team members, contributing to team development and quality practice.
* Support expansion initiatives, including UK–Dubai advisory work and international client engagements.
* Collaborate with leadership on strategic practice growth, client acquisition, and service innovation.
Essential Skills:
* Strong background in property accounting, tax advisory or related specialism.
* Proven experience with high-net-worth clients, property portfolios, SPVs and complex tax scenarios.
* Excellent technical accounting and tax knowledge coupled with commercial acumen.
Qualifications:
* Fully qualified (ACCA / CIMA / CTA Equivalent).