
Leah Albek
Accounting Coach | Breaking In & Building Lasting Careers in Accounting

University of Amsterdam

Deloitte
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About
Hi, I'm Leah. I spent 20 years at Deloitte, starting as an intern and working my way up to Managing Director across the US and Europe. Along the way, I learned what it takes to build a career, navigate important decisions, and grow into leadership roles. I've been on both sides of the table. I've interviewed and hired candidates, mentored and promoted professionals, and served on Deloitte's global executive evaluation committee, assessing senior leaders and presenting recommendations to global business leaders. I've also led international teams of 2 to 50 and a Fortune 30 global client relationship for ten years. I'm a US CPA and a Dutch Chartered Accountant (RA). I work with professionals at different stages of their careers: - Breaking in: Preparing for consulting and Big 4 interviews, transitioning from industry into advisory, or positioning yourself for a new opportunity. - Moving up: Navigating promotions, strengthening executive presence, developing leadership skills, and preparing for greater responsibility. - Making a move: Exploring career changes, repositioning your experience, or pursuing senior roles in finance, strategy, operations, or business leadership. My coaching is personal, practical, and direct. I take the time to understand your situation, what you're trying to achieve, and what's getting in your way. I'll tell you what I think, even when it's not what you want to hear, because I care about helping you succeed. Whether we're preparing for an interview, working through a promotion, or thinking about your next career move, we'll focus on what matters and what you can actually do about it. Ready for your next step? Book a session, or start with a free 15-minute intro call.
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Leah’s Accounting Qualifications
Experience level: Executive
100+ Accounting clients
For professionals exploring or advancing in accounting, reporting, or finance roles. Accounting and finance roles demand technical competence — but also the ability to explain complexity clearly, connect across teams, and lead with precision. Having led large finance and accounting transformations and coached professionals through all stages of their careers, I help you understand what hiring managers look for, how to communicate your strengths, and how to turn technical skill into professional opportunity. Whether you’re entering the field, aiming for your next step, or pivoting from another discipline, we’ll build a clear plan that fits your goals and experience.
Leah can help with:
Accounting Principles
Auditing
Behavioral Interview Prep
Cover Letters
Financial Analysis
Financial Reporting
Freelancing
LinkedIn Review
Networking Strategy
Promotion Strategy
Resume Review
Salary Negotiation
Skill Building
Taxation
Technical Interview Prep
Why do I coach?
Throughout my career, I've cared deeply about the people I worked with and their development. I took mentoring seriously because I wanted to see people grow, succeed, and reach their potential. I've always believed that caring about someone also means being honest with them. I wasn't the person who would simply tell you what you wanted to hear. I would give you my perspective, challenge your thinking when needed, and help you figure out what to do next. That's what I bring to coaching today. I enjoy getting to know people, understanding their ambitions and challenges, and helping them find a way forward. I bring the same personal investment, honesty, and directness that I brought to mentoring throughout my career. I coach because I enjoy sharing what I've learned and helping people move forward. Sometimes that means giving someone confidence. Other times it means asking difficult questions or telling them something they may not want to hear. Either way, I want our conversations to be useful, honest, and worth your time. I coach to share that perspective. I want to help professionals understand what matters, prepare effectively, and make better career decisions with greater clarity and confidence.
Work Experience

Member
SER topvrouwen
March 2024 - Present
Member of SER Topvrouwen, a Dutch network connecting senior female executives and supervisory board talent.

Founder
Kebla LLC
2023 - Present
Founded Kebla, an independent finance transformation and operations advisory firm. Built the business from the ground up, including its operating model, commercial strategy, pricing, contracting, compliance framework, and technology infrastructure, integrating AI into the firm's operations. Continue to mentor and coach professionals navigating consulting careers, leadership development, and career transitions.

Personal goal pursuit
Career Break
January 2022 - December 2022
Took a planned sabbatical after 20 years at Deloitte to focus on community service, family, and exploring the next chapter of my professional career.

Managing Director
Deloitte
2016 - December 2021
Led strategic client relationships and complex global engagements across technology, media, and entertainment, including a Fortune 30 global client relationship for ten years. Advised senior executives on major business transitions, acquisitions, IPO readiness, and financial transformation. Recruited, interviewed, mentored, and promoted professionals across levels. Served on Deloitte's global executive evaluation committee, assessing senior leaders and presenting recommendations to global business leaders. Led international teams of 2 to 50.

Senior Manager
Deloitte
2006 - 2016
Managed complex multinational client engagements and teams across accounting, financial reporting, and transformation. Developed professionals through hands-on coaching, performance feedback, and mentoring, while building long-term executive client relationships.

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Volunteer
2004 - Present
Community involvement has been part of my life since childhood. Over the years, I've served in board and trustee roles and supported charitable initiatives focused on education, social services, and older adults. I also served as a mentor with the UJA Professional Women Development Program, coaching mid-career professionals on leadership development, career transitions, and return-to-work strategies.

Consultant - Senior Consultant
Deloitte
2002 - 2006
Built a foundation in auditing, financial reporting, and international client service, progressing through consulting roles in Europe and the US. Developed early experience in team leadership and on-the-job coaching.
Education

University of Amsterdam
Register Accountant, Post-doc Accountancy

University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Economics
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