BDO, a leading accountancy and advisory firm, has announced 2,440 promotions across various departments, including audit, tax, consulting, and support, with about half taking place outside of London. Notably, 36 new partners have been promoted, adding to 28 external partner hires since January, bringing the partner total to over 460. This wave of promotions, reflecting BDO’s commitment to talent growth and recognition, aims to boost client services across audit, tax, and consulting teams. Anna Draper, head of People, Culture and Purpose, praised the contributions of newly promoted employees and affirmed the firm’s focus on celebrating career progression and expertise.
Milsted Langdon has appointed Martin Johnson as a new partner, recognizing his steady career growth since joining the firm as an apprentice in 2007. Johnson, with deep expertise in agricultural and rural sectors, has developed valuable client relationships in the South West region. He earned his ACCA and ICAEW credentials, adding significant value to the firm’s focus on owner-managed businesses and partnerships. Rachel Hotham, a people partner at the firm, noted Johnson’s success as a reflection of the firm’s dedication to internal development. Johnson expressed excitement to continue supporting client growth in his new role.
Bright Software Group has acquired Inform Direct, a cloud-based company secretarial software widely used by 20,000 accountants and SMEs annually. This acquisition broadens Bright’s portfolio of solutions for accountants, bookkeepers, and payroll providers. Inform Direct CEO Henry Catchpole is optimistic about enhancing customer services through Bright’s support, emphasising customer-focused product innovation. Bright’s CEO, Stephen Murdoch, highlighted the acquisition as part of the firm’s strategy to offer an integrated, cloud-based accounting solution covering the entire accounting lifecycle. This addition strengthens Bright’s position in the UK accounting software market.
Menzies has appointed Greg Huitson-Little as a partner in its Forensic and Valuation Services team. Huitson-Little, with 20 years of forensic accounting and valuation experience, is known for his expertise in commercial litigation and intellectual property disputes. His professional background includes roles at AlixPartners and Deloitte, where he gained a reputation as a skilled expert witness. Huitson-Little is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, and he expressed enthusiasm for joining Menzies. Partner Matthew Haddow praised Huitson-Little’s reputation for excellence, noting that his addition strengthens Menzies’ forensic capabilities.
