BKL appoints Paul Barham as Head of Private Client Tax

BKL has announced the appointment of Paul Barham as Head of Private Client Tax, further strengthening the firm’s offering to high net worth and internationally mobile private clients, as well as trusts and estates.
The Bristol-based firm marks Gravita’s seventh strategic partnership as it doubles down on South West expansion, serving a total portfolio of over 1,100 not for profit organisations

Bristol-based Godfrey Wilson has become Gravita’s seventh strategic partnership, deepening the accounting and advisory firm’s commitment to the charity sector and pushing its combined not-for-profit client base past 1,100 organisations. Backed by private equity investor Tenzing, the deal supports Gravita’s ambition to become a Top 25 national accountancy firm by 2030, while giving Godfrey Wilson’s award-winning charity specialists access to broader tax and VAT expertise as they expand across the South West.
DSG Partner Andrew Moss appointed deputy chair of DFK UK & Ireland

Andrew Moss, partner at DSG, has been appointed deputy chair of DFK UK & Ireland, an association of independent accounting firms established in 1996.
New Member Firm – England & Co

DFK UK & Ireland is delighted to announce the addition of a new member firm, England and Company, based in Dorset, further strengthening the association’s presence across the South West of England. Recognised as one of the largest independent accountancy firms in Dorset, the firm provides a full range of services including audit, taxation, accounts, […]
Jeremy Ellis joins Shaw Gibbs as Head of Probate

Shaw Gibbs announces the appointment of Jeremy Ellis as Head of Probate, bringing over 20 years’ experience across legal, banking, trust administration, and dispute resolution to the Group. His extensive career has included embedding legal and risk frameworks, leading international operational improvements, overseeing regulatory remediation, and managing global client service teams. Based out of the […]
BKL welcomes RBS Chartered Accountants as it continues its London-based growth

Top 40 accountancy and advisory firm BKL has announced that RBS, a long-established accountancy practice serving owner-managed businesses in Canary Wharf, has joined the firm. The move reflects BKL’s strategy of bringing together like-minded firms that share its long-term outlook and client-focused philosophy. Founded in 1986, RBS has built its reputation through long-standing client relationships […]
Gravita strengthens Essex presence with new office launch

The move marks the latest step in the firm’s ongoing investment to expand and enhance its regional offices in response to continued growth. Gravita, the private equity-backed accountancy, tax and business advisory firm for ambitious clients, announces the relocation of its team of professionals in Essex, to a modern new office, as part of its […]
Woodward Hale Joins Martin and Company, Part of the Shaw Gibbs Group

Shaw Gibbs is delighted to announce that, effective 1 April 2026, Woodward Hale has become part of Martin and Company, which is part of the Shaw Gibbs Group. The planned succession-step supports the long-term strength and continuity of the business while maintaining the client relationships and sector expertise Woodward Hale is known for. Clients will […]
15 Promotions Mark a New Chapter of Growth at Crowleys DFK

Crowleys DFK is delighted to announce the promotion of 15 talented and dedicated colleagues across the firm. These promotions reflect the continued growth of their business, the ambition of their people, and their commitment to developing future leaders at every level. This latest round includes a new Director, three Senior Managers, seven Managers, and four […]
BKL grows its tax team with new Head of Global Mobility, partner and director appointments

Accountants, tax and business advisers BKL are pleased to announce the expansion of their senior tax expertise with the appointment of Amanda Varrall as Head of Global Mobility, Tommy Roy as Private Client Tax Partner, and three specialist tax directors. Amanda Varrall Amanda Varrall – Head of Global Mobility Amanda Varrall’s three decades of tax […]