Opening
Our coverage on Opening focuses on new office launches, regional expansions, and practice openings within the UK accountancy sector. Accountancy Today reports on firm growth strategies, market entry announcements, partner-led launches, and the operational implications of opening new locations. Whether it’s a local firm expanding into new regions or a national player strengthening its presence, our editorial offers insights for partners, directors, and professionals tracking growth and opportunity across the UK accountancy landscape.
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Jul- 2025 -10 JulyAudit
FRC opens investigations into Stenn audits by Azets and Deloitte
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has launched investigations into the statutory audits of Stenn Assets UK Limited and Stenn International Limited by Azets Audit Services and Deloitte. Stenn, a UK invoice-financing company, entered administration in December 2024 after one of its lenders flagged suspicious transactions. The FRC is examining Azets’…
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Jun- 2025 -18 JuneAccounting Firms
Bishop Fleming plans national expansion backed by private equity
Accountancy and advisory firm Bishop Fleming is planning to expand nationally through mergers and acquisitions, supported by a minority investment from private equity firm Synova. The firm, which offers audit, tax and consultancy services, said the deal would accelerate its ‘Better Growth’ strategy, first launched two and a half years…
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16 JuneBusiness
Botham Accounting opens new Sheffield office
Botham Accounting has announced the opening of its new office in Sheffield, following the opening of its London base at 99 Bishopsgate. The new office, located at the Sheffield Innovation Centre, is ideally positioned to serve a growing client base across Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster, and Chesterfield. From this new…
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12 JunePeople Moves
Clive Owen appoints new head of tax amid continued growth
Clive Owen LLP has appointed partner David Baggaley as its new head of tax as the firm expands its advisory team following a year of growth. Baggaley will lead the tax division across the firm’s five offices, supporting its long-term development strategy. A chartered accountant and chartered tax adviser, Baggaley…
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11 JuneBusiness
Albert Goodman revenues surge 11% in FY25
South West accountancy firm Albert Goodman has reported record-breaking FY25 results as it achieved 11% revenue growth in the last 12 months. The Taunton-headquartered firm, which started the year with the opening of its new premises in Yeovil, also received an uptick in new clients, with a 25% increase in…
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10 JuneFeatures
How Accounted is training the next generation of finance talent
Accounted Ltd. says it’s changing how accounting firms do business. Founded in 2021, this growing UK-based firm began by supporting small businesses with tailored financial services. But from the start, it set out to do something more and one of the ways it wants to leave a mark on the…
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5 JuneBig Four
Deloitte appoints new Aberdeen partner amid office relocation
Deloitte has appointed Hazel Gray as its new office senior partner in Aberdeen, as the firm officially relocates to new premises in the city centre. Gray, a partner in Deloitte’s global investment and innovation incentives (Gi3) team, succeeds Shaun Reynolds, who held the role for four years. Reynolds will continue…
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May- 2025 -23 MayBusiness
RMT to open new Northumberland office
RMT Accountants and Business Advisers has announced that it is set to open a new office in Hexham town centre, increasing its investment into West Northumberland. The Newcastle-headquartered firm is set to open a new office on Gilesgate as it looks to further increase its local client base. RMT will…
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21 MayAccounting Firms
Sedulo announces expansion in Birmingham with new regional base
Sedulo has announced its expansion in Birmingham with the upcoming opening of a new regional base at Bruntwood SciTech’s Cornwall Buildings. The group’s new 5,000 sq ft base, which is expected to complete by summer 2025, will support the company’s growth and enable its hub to support up to 40…
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8 MayPeople Moves
Johnston Carmichael appoints three tax managers in Newcastle
Johnston Carmichael has announced the appointments of Will Hamilton, Rebecca McColl and Zita Duggan, who have joined the firm’s Newcastle office to further strengthen its specialist tax services. Hamilton has joined as a senior manager, bringing 24 years of experience in corporate tax compliance and strategic planning. Also a senior…
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