Semi Senior Accountant (Audit and Accounts)

Lawrence Grant; London Borough of Harrow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Semi Senior Accountant in Harrow to handle accounts preparation, audits, and tax returns. The ideal candidate should possess an accounting degree or relevant qualifications and have at least 18 months of post-membership experience. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as well as the ability to work independently in a client-focused environment.

Qualifications

• At least 18 months post-membership experience.
• Experience with various industries required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for various entities including limited companies.
• Conduct internal and external audits.
• Prepare personal and corporation tax returns.

Skills

Good knowledge of current accounting standards

Excellent communication skills

Strong technical and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Deadline-driven, organized, client-focused

Positive attitude and commitment to LG

Education

Accounting/finance degree preferred

ACCA/ACA exam qualified preferred

Job description

Semi Senior Accountant (Audit and Accounts), Harrow

Client: Lawrence Grant

Location: Harrow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 01edb25fc261

Job Views: 5

Posted: 25.06.2025

Expiry Date: 09.08.2025

Job Description:

Main Responsibilities

• Accounts Preparation for small limited companies, LLPs, sole traders, partnerships, and pension schemes
• Prepare planning sections of work programme according to office guidelines
• Prepare and monitor budgets
• Liaise with clients for information gathering
• Resolve queries with seniors
• Prepare completion section work programme including disclosure checklists
• Review with seniors and finalize files including reporting pack
• Write up cash books, sales, and purchase day books
• Perform bank reconciliations
• Prepare accounts from incomplete records or trial balances using Sage, Xero, Quickbooks, etc.

Audit

• Internal and external audits
• Fieldwork testing including bank, sales, purchases, stock take, and site verifications

Tax

• Prepare personal tax returns, VAT returns, corporation tax computations and returns, P11Ds

General

• Occasional advisory work such as business plans and cash flow forecasts
• Handle client correspondence
• Review work of juniors, resolve technical queries, ensure file completeness
• Attend training courses
• Promote LG services and products to clients

Qualifications & Skills

• Accounting/finance degree preferred but not essential
• ACCA/ACA exam qualified preferred but not essential
• At least 18 months post-membership experience
• Good knowledge of current accounting standards
• Experience with various industries

Person Specification

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong technical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Deadline-driven, organized, client-focused
• Positive attitude and commitment to LG