Deighan Perkins joins forces with Clemence Hoar Cummings

Deighan Perkins LLP joins forces with Romford-based accountancy firm Clemence Hoar Cummings. Previously based in South Woodford, London, the Deighan Perkins business has now become part of Clemence Hoar Cummings, bringing with it all of its experts and clients. With closely aligned values, these two long-standing firms will focus on delivering an enhanced service to their growing client base with the support and backing of the Explorator Group Ltd – a fast-growing collection of accountancy firms in the South East. Kevin Perkins FCA CTA, who owned Deighan Perkins LLP, will become a member of the leadership team at Clemence Hoar Cummings, complementing its existing expertise with a strong background in taxation as both an ICAEW member and a chartered tax advisor. Joining him is a team of talented professionals, including trainees who are looking forward to gaining further experience within the newly merged practice. Perkins, speaking about the coming together of the two firms, said: “This is a really exciting next step in our history, and we are delighted to be joining the team at Clemence Hoar Cummings. They share many of the same values that we do and have exceptionally high professional standards, which align with our approach to supporting clients.” This latest merger will see Deighan Perkins move into Clemence Hoar Cummings office in Como Street as they become a single, closely aligned team. David Belbin, managing partner at Clemence Hoar Cummings, said: “Kevin and the rest of the team from Deighan Perkins are an excellent addition to our practice, they will see their own roles developed and they will support our growth plans in the years to come. “We are delighted to welcome them to our practice and look forward to what the future holds for all of us.” This is the latest deal struck by the Explorator Group Ltd, a company specialising in the enhancement of independent practices, providing both capital and expertise to practices to help them grow. This is the second acquisition this year, as it looks to create firms across the region that are dedicated to serving the needs of clients using the latest technology and guidance. Richard Bartlett, a founding partner of Explorator Group Ltd, said: “It is great to see our network of firms across the South East continue to grow and I am delighted that the clients of both Clemence Hoar Cummings and Deighan Perkins will benefit from this new merger. “We are always looking for new opportunities in the region and hope to add more firms to the Explorator Group in the near future.”