Senior Accountant

Senior Client Accountant | Leeds City Centre (LS1) | Hybrid Working

Are you ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified and currently working in audit or practice, looking to move into industry?

This is a strong opportunity to step into a commercial, client-facing accounting role where you’ll retain technical depth while gaining broader business exposure outside practice.

Reporting to the Client Finance Manager, you’ll take ownership of client accounting and reporting, working closely with internal stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing and reviewing management accounts and balance sheets
Month-end close and reconciliations
Producing monthly, quarterly and annual reporting packs
Supporting audits and responding to auditor queries
Reviewing payment runs and approvals
Producing MI and financial analysis
Supporting budgeting and forecasting
Ensuring compliance and strong financial controls
Mentoring junior accountants

About You

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
Audit or practice background (industry experience welcome but not essential)
Strong technical accounting skills
Confident communicator with a client-focused approach
Strong Excel skills
Organised, proactive and comfortable working autonomously

What’s On Offer

Genuine move from practice into industry
Hybrid working
Central Leeds location
Broad role with ownership and progression
Ongoing client and stakeholder exposure

If you’re looking to leave audit while still using your technical skill-set in a commercial environment, this role is an excellent next step