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Moore Kingston Smith has announced that Shipleys LLP has joined the firm as it continues to expand its professional services offering. It said the latest merger “introduces a new dimension” to its Media team with Shipleys’ specialism in film, TV and animation tax credits.
Additionally, it will bolster its financial sector offering through Shipleys’ dedicated Funds team, and enable its Fintech team to provide safeguarding audits to payment services firms and e-money businesses.
Shipleys, a medium-sized firm of chartered accountants and business advisers, specialises in niche markets, including media and financial services, and supports owner-managed businesses in a wide range of sectors as well as private individuals.
It has offices in London and Godalming, and its 19 partners and over 150 people will now join the Moore Kingston Smith team.
Moore Kingston Smith said Shipleys’ clients will benefit from a “broader pool of expertise and an expanded range of solutions”, such as HR consultancy, employer services and legal offerings, as well as greater career opportunities.
It noted the merger also provides Shipleys’ teams and clients further reach in tax and advisory, nationally and internationally through the Moore UK and Moore Global networks, while Shipleys’ Godalming office strengthens its collective presence in Surrey.
Matt Meadows, managing partner of Moore Kingston Smith, said: “We’re really excited that Shipleys has joined us, and to welcome another respected business that fits so well with who we are as a firm. Through this partnership, we’re both able to grow our teams with more talented people, enhancing the quality work we do for our clients, while broadening our solutions.”
Steve Foster, managing principal of Shipleys, added: “Like Shipleys, Moore Kingston Smith has strong foundations. It mirrors our culture and ethos with a passion for high-quality client service and creating an enjoyable and supportive working environment.
“We are delighted to join their team and look forward to merging our strengths, solutions and sector knowledge to expand our client services and support. Above all, we will continue to help our clients and people thrive.”
