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Wbg doubles graduate recruitment in external audit team

The external audit team of Wbg is recruiting 10 graduates to its growing team this summer, doubling the annual intake of five graduates it has recruited over the last three years. The Scottish firm’s external audit department will hit 40 staff members over the coming months, up from a team…

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Wbg reappointed to Department for Education Funding Assurance framework

Wbg has secured a reappointment to the Department for Education’s (DfE) Funding Assurance framework following a re-tender process. The appointment will see Wbg deliver funding assurance work on behalf of the DfE over the next three academic years. The full-service firm remains the sole independent Scottish accountancy practice to be…

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Wbg’s internal audit team adds seven new clients in Q1

The internal audit team at Wbg has secured seven new clients and retained a further five following a re-tender process in the first quarter of the year, generating more than £285,000 in recurring fee income. The expanded client base includes public sector organisations such as National Museums Scotland, National Library…

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Wbg to recruit seven graduates to internal audit team

Scottish firm Wbg has announced that it will be recruiting seven graduates to its internal audit team following “significant growth” in the past few years. The recruitment has been made possible by the fact that the firm’s internal audit fee income has doubled over the last three years from £900k…

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Today’s news in brief – 20/5/2025

Sumer has appointed Lindsey Tyler as group head of audit and member of its executive committee, reinforcing its commitment to audit excellence across its 50+ offices and 600-auditor network. With over 20 years’ experience in sectors including property, technology, and distribution, Tyler brings expertise in strategic growth, innovation, and audit…

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Wbg advises Hero Brands’ GDK on multi-million-pound True investment deal

Wbg, the Scotland-based independent specialist full-service accountancy firm, has advised Glasgow-headquartered Hero Brands on its investment deal with US based private equity firm True to support the UK and international growth of its restaurant operation German Doner Kebab (GDK). True’s multi-million-pound investment will assist GDK in its mission to roll…

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Today’s news in brief – 27/8/2024

FRP Corporate Finance has advised BrightCloud Group on its sale to Gamma Communications, a technology-based communication services provider. BrightCloud, a specialist in Contact Center as a Service (CCaaS) and customer experience (CX) solutions, is a leading European partner for Cisco. The acquisition enhances Gamma’s CCaaS and CX capabilities, aligning with…

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Wbg joins Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce

Wbg, Scotland-based independent specialist accounting, tax, and audit firms, has joined Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce to offer support to the local business community through the provision of expert business advice not readily available elsewhere in the region.By joining Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce, the group intends to offer employees of fellow…

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Today’s news in brief – 14/8/2024

Monahans has acquired McGills Chartered Accountants and The Insolvency Company as part of its growth strategy, bolstered by a significant investment from Sumer Group. The acquisition increases Monahans’ headcount by 30% and adds three new South West locations. McGills’ team will continue to provide financial advice in the Cotswolds, while…

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Wbg promotes two as it seeks to double internal audit team

Independent Scottish accountancy firm Wbg’s internal audit team has promoted Neil Clark and Siobhan Archibald from assistant managerial positions to managers. The firm has also revealed that it is looking to double the headcount of its internal audit team in response to significant growth. The division has seen a number…

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