Senior Accountant

Senior Client Accountant Leeds City Centre (LS1) Hybrid WorkingAre 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.