James Sutton
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James Sutton

Director

Areas of expertise

James leads the team in our Leeds office, and has over 20 years of experience in the profession. His expertise lies in audit and general practice, where he has developed outstanding relationships with our clients, providing a range of advice and assistance. He works with a diverse range of clients from growing owner-managed businesses to large corporates.

James is in regular contact with clients throughout the year and is often used as a sounding board on a broad range of issues from business controls and processes to compliance and growth. James also won Managing Partner of the year at the Yorkshire Accountancy Awards 2020.

Professional qualifications/memberships

FCA

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Audit reform bill shelved: What it means for governance and audit quality

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