Senior Accountant - Insite Public Practice Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Senior Accountant - Audit, Tax & Accounts

Location: HarrowEmployment Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: £40,000 - £48,000 per annumRequired 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 ResponsibilitiesAccounts 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