Louis Byrne
Leeds ,West Yorkshire
Summary
ACA-qualified professional transitioning from tax to accounting, motivated by understanding financial data to improve business performance. My current role includes exposure to the P&L, with a clear objective to build full month-end ownership and progress into an Accounting role.
Demonstrating commitment to a career in accounting, recent completion of the Accounting Foundations: Bookkeeping course, strengthening understanding of financial statements, debits, and credits.
The Excel for Accounting course on LinkedIn Learning, has improved my understanding of essential formulas and tools needed to analyse financial data and identify improvement opportunities.
Received the L1 Xero Associate certification, demonstrating proficiency in processing sales invoices, supplier bills, and bank reconciliations during the timed assessment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Assistant Manager - Share Plans and Reward
RSM
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2024.10 - Current
Facilitated 50 employment-related securities returns, achieving combined fees of approximately £300k.
Prepared due diligence reports to identify potential tax risks in target companies.
Collaborated effectively with a National Team on various share plan projects.
Organised weekly presentations by junior team members to enhance their professional development.
Analysed business processes and reviewed internal checklists to optimise operational efficiency.
Assistant Manager - Share Plans and Reward
BDO
Leeds , West Yorkshire
2022.01 - 2024.10
Reviewed finances for all projects to ensure reasonable profit levels.
Delivered projects on time and within budget, minimising risks and maximising opportunities.
Secured agreements for new projects with clients, totalling over £200k.
Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders in tax, audit, and legal matters.
Supported junior colleagues in developing technical knowledge and skills.
Corporate Tax Semi-Senior
BHP
Leeds , West Yorkshire
2021.03 - 2021.12
Prepared Corporate Tax computations for owned-managed businesses, partnerships, and multinational limited companies.
Developed comprehensive tax advisory reports, including research and development assessments.
Presented financial analyses, budgets, and forecasts to internal stakeholders to support decision-making.
Education
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
ACA
Leeds 2019.09 - 2023.05
L1 Certified Associate
Xero
2026.01 - 2026.01
Accounting Foundations: Bookkeeping
LinkedIn Learning
2026.02 - 2026.02
Excel for Accounting
LinkedIn Learning
2026.02 - 2026.02
The McAuley High School
A-Levels 3 incl. Maths
Doncaster 2012.09 - 2014.06
Astrea Academy Woodfields
GCSE's - 11 incl. Maths & Statistics
Doncaster 2007.09 - 2012.06
Skills
Commercial Finance
Stakeholder Management
Budgeting
Process Improvement
Decision Making
Analytical
Team player
Strong communication skills in written and spoken form
Adaptable and resilient, able to handle multiple tasks under pressure
Methodical with attention to detail
Results/solution driven
Affiliations
- I am a run leader for the local running club, which has over 900 members. I am responsible for planning routes, guiding runners through the session, and prioritising the health and safety of all members.
- Marathon runner. I completed the Leeds 2025 marathon in under four hours and have another marathon on the horizon in 2026.
- Padel
- Football Team Captain
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounting Foundations: Bookkeeping
LinkedIn Learning
2026.02 - 2026.02
Excel for Accounting
LinkedIn Learning
2026.02 - 2026.02
L1 Certified Associate
Xero
2026.01 - 2026.01
Assistant Manager - Share Plans and Reward
RSM
2024.10 - Current
Assistant Manager - Share Plans and Reward
BDO
2022.01 - 2024.10
Corporate Tax Semi-Senior
BHP
2021.03 - 2021.12
The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
ACA
2019.09 - 2023.05
The McAuley High School
A-Levels 3 incl. Maths
2012.09 - 2014.06
Astrea Academy Woodfields
GCSE's - 11 incl. Maths & Statistics
2007.09 - 2012.06