Senior Accountant

Rapid Recruitment Services; Harrow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accountancy practice in Harrow is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to manage a diverse client portfolio. You'll deliver high-quality accounting and advisory services, support junior team members, and contribute to operational excellence. The ideal candidate is ACA, ACCA, or AAT qualified with a strong background in client management and technical accounting knowledge. This role offers professional development in a supportive environment and client-facing responsibilities.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in practice or industry.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality accounting services.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, UK GAAP, and taxation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and tax returns.
• Provide technical guidance on complex accounting issues.
• Support financial planning and business advisory matters.
• Oversee bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll processes.

Skills

Client relationship management

Technical accounting knowledge

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

ACA, ACCA, or AAT qualified

Job description

Overview

We are partnering with a reputable and growing accountancy practice seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, deliver high-quality accounting and advisory services, and play a key role in supporting junior team members and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, acting as their main point of contact.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns.
• Provide technical guidance on complex accounting issues and ensure compliance with UK accounting standards.
• Support clients with financial planning, forecasting, and business advisory matters.
• Oversee bookkeeping, VAT, and payroll processes where required.
• Review the work of junior accountants, offering feedback and mentoring to support their development.
• Liaise with HMRC and external auditors as necessary.
• Identify opportunities to enhance client service delivery and contribute to business development activities.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely completion of all client assignments.

About You

• ACA, ACCA, or AAT qualified (or qualified by experience) with substantial experience in practice or industry.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality accounting services.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles, UK GAAP, and taxation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Confident in reviewing the work of others and supporting a collaborative team environment.
• Commercially aware, proactive, and able to work independently with accuracy and attention to detail.

This opportunity offers

a supportive, professional environment with genuine scope for progression, client-facing responsibility, and continued professional development.

Locations Harrow