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Today’s news in brief – 21/10/2024

Gravita has acquired Oxford-based accountancy firm Critchley’s for an undisclosed sum. With nearly 120 years of experience, Critchley’s serves over 1,000 businesses and 1,500 private clients, particularly excelling in the charity and education sectors. The acquisition is part of Gravita’s expansion, backed by private equity firm Tenzing, following its earlier…

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Dext appoints new GM amidst product and global footprint expansion

Dext, the bookkeeping automation platform provider, has announced the appointment of Grant Picknell as its new general manager for its UK and Ireland Business. Picknell will now lead the company’s drive towards growth and further success in the UK. Picknell is a seasoned business leader with over 25 years of…

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UK fintech investment triples in H1, KPMG finds

UK fintech investment hit $7.3bn (£5.7bn) in the first half of 2024, almost triple the $2.5bn (£2bn) reported the prior year, according to KPMG’s latest Pulse of Fintech report.Despite the almost threefold increase, geopolitical uncertainty, high levels of inflation and the high interest rate environment resulted in “more subdued” levels…

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Moneypenny and Iris join forces to showcase the value of outsourcing

Leading outsourced communications business, Moneypenny has joined forces with accountancy software specialists at the Iris Software Group to show firms how outsourcing can drive business efficiencies and improve the client experience. Working together, the two businesses are delivering several free on-demand webinars to share expertise and provide practical advice to…

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Iris Software Group appoints new chief product officer

Iris Software Group (IRIS), a global software provider of accounting, edtech and HCM solutions, has announced the appointment of Neel Lee Chauhan as chief product officer.  In his role at IRIS, Chauhan will be responsible for the strategic direction and management of IRIS’ broad, global portfolio of over 100 products…

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Today’s news in brief – 20/11/2023

Evelyn Partners has strengthened its Leeds investment management team with the appointment of Matthew Wells, a seasoned professional with over 25 years’ experience. Wells specialises in managing portfolios for charities and private clients, contributing to Evelyn Partners’ growth plans in the region. The FCA censures NMC Health for operating dual…

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IRIS acquires Bishop Fleming’s Payroll Service Bureau

IRIS Software Group, a software provider of accountancy, HCM and education solutions, has acquired Bishop Fleming’s Payroll Service Bureau. The transaction will see the top 30 UK professional services firms divest its payroll service, enabling it to focus on its core audit, accounting, tax, and advisory growth strategy. Bishop Fleming’s…

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Today’s news in brief – 15/11/2023

Gerald Edelman has provided advisory services to Norland Equity Partners Limited for its acquisition of The Combined Services Provider Limited (CSP). Norland, a self-funded search fund, focuses on acquiring and growing small to medium-sized UK-based businesses. CSP, with over 30 years’ experience, offers services to major sporting and entertainment venues,…

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Bishop Fleming announces divestment of Payroll Service Bureau

Bishop Fleming has announced the divestment of its Payroll Service Bureau to IRIS Software Group (IRIS), a global software provider of Payroll, HR and education solutions. The transaction will see the top 30 UK professional services firms divest its payroll service, enabling it to focus on its core audit, accounting,…

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Five ways to protect your practice from cyberattacks

Of all the things keeping accountants up at night – and yes, sadly there are many – few concerns weigh heavier than cybersecurity. A quick glance at the data surrounding this subject reveals why. According to the government’s department for Culture, Media and Sport, 39% of businesses have been affected…

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