The Yorkshire Accountancy Awards 2026 brought a touch of glitz and glamour to New Dock Hall, Leeds, last night!
Taking place on 27 February 2026, this wonderful celebration brought together hundreds of professionals from across the region’s accountancy and bookkeeping services, all to recognise and celebrate the very best of the best.
Chair of the independent judging panel, Graham Batty, President of the AAT, kicked off the evening with his speech, commenting, “Tonight is about celebrating the achievements of you, the accountants of Yorkshire. Thank you to all those shortlisted, you certainly did not give the judges an easy time. There were some outstanding entries and a lot of debate to arrive at the final decisions.”
Notable winners include Azets and Parsons Chartered Accountants, who were of those that took home multiple awards, and Tom Reid from Burberry, who took home the Yorkshire Accountant of the Year award.
The Yorkshire Accountancy Awards is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 ceremony:
Audit Service Award
Winner: Forvis Mazars LLP
“The judges highlighted the impressive level of national recognition achieved, supported by detailed and meaningful innovation within the audit service. Exceptional client retention demonstrated the strength and consistency of delivery, while a very strong local team continues to make a significant national impact, making this entry a standout and a highly deserving winner.”
Tax Service Award
Winner: Bevan VAT Consultancy Limited
“The judges were impressed by a truly differentiative tax service, brought to life through a creative, bold and compelling story. A personable and human approach stood out, clearly demonstrating how the service supports people as well as businesses, resulting in an entry that felt authentic, impactful and distinctly different from the rest.”
Team of the Year
Winner: Azets – The Accountants and Business Advisory Services Team
“Strong collaboration and consistency were at the heart of this winning entry, with the team demonstrating a reliable and effective approach to delivery across their work. Positive testimonials reinforced the strength of the team dynamic, while involvement in national programmes highlighted a commitment to contributing beyond the organisation it