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B Corp certified accountancy firm Cooper Parry has appointed Oliver Vaughan as its new chief financial officer.
Vaughan brings more than 20 years of experience in financial leadership, strategic growth and operational management.
He succeeds James Parnell, who will serve as the group’s new chief acquisitions officer with a full-time focus on mergers and acquisitions and integration.
Vaughan was most recently a managing director at investment bank Houlihan Lokey, where he led the firm’s European professional services coverage. He advised Cooper Parry on its investment deal with US-based Lee Equity Partners in late 2024.
The appointment follows Cooper Parry’s acquisition of Liberty Corporate Finance, its 14th deal in just over two years.
According to Cooper Parry, Vaughan’s arrival would “support its financial infrastructure as it continues to pursue growth in the UK and internationally”.
Ade Cheatham, chief executive of Cooper Parry, said: “Oliver’s track record speaks for itself. He’s a strategic thinker, a leader, and someone who truly understands the dynamics of fast-paced, high-growth, professional services environments.
“As we continue to scale and expand our footprint both in the UK and internationally, Oliver’s expertise will be instrumental in shaping our financial future and supporting our mission to become the most progressive professional services group in the market.”
Vaughan added: “I’m thrilled to be joining Cooper Parry at such an exciting time in its journey. The firm’s energy, ambition, clarity of vision and people-first culture are like none other.
“I look forward to working with the leadership team to build on the strong financial foundations already in place and helping to drive the next phase of growth and innovation in this incredible story.”
