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Azets has recently bolstered its digital offering to clients with the acquisition of Gorilla Accounting, the digital accountancy firm for entrepreneurs, sole traders and small companies.
Based in Bolton, Gorilla Accounting was founded by Dan Fallows and Tim Murphy in 2015 and now employs 45 people. Throughout the years, it has built a strong reputation as the demand for self-employed contractors, freelancers, and those operating as limited companies has grown in recent years.
Azets identified Gorilla Accounting as a leading digital-first firm and both share strong alignment in values and focus on providing quality service.
As part of the acquisition, Azets’ SME clients will benefit from enhanced digital services, while Gorilla Accounting clients will gain access to additional accountancy advice and services, including wealth management and tax planning.
Regarding the acquisition, Fallows said: “We founded Gorilla with the ambition of modernising and digitising the accountancy market for small companies and individuals seeking a hassle-free, personalised service and we’re delighted that Azets has recognised Gorilla as best in class for those that want an online, digitally served accounting solution.
“This acquisition begins a new chapter in Gorilla’s growth story and provides our clients and people with exciting new opportunities as part of a growing international accountancy group.”
Peter Gallanagh, Azets UK CEO, said: “I’d like to welcome Gorilla and our 45 new colleagues into the Azets Group. Gorilla is a highly successful and well-run technology-led business, with a strong brand presence and excellent reputation. That’s why we have chosen Gorilla to lead on further developing our digital offering to SMEs, entrepreneur-led clients and consultants.
“Azets has invested heavily in digital technology to underpin our personalised client services. Our two businesses are aligned culturally having both grown exponentially in recent years. Gorilla complements our strategy to serve SMEs better through the delivery of digital accounting services, and we look forward to working successfully together.”
