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Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Laura Salter as Partner in its Financial Planning team, based in the firm’s Birmingham office. In this role, Laura will continue driving the growth of the Financial Planning team in the Midlands, with a focus on developing talent and building on the firm’s reputation as a leader in Birmingham’s business community
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed James Abbott as Audit Partner within its Industry & Services (I&S) team, based in the firm’s Manchester office. The I&S team provides audit and assurance services to companies listed on the London Stock Exchange, The Alternative Investment Market, other non-UK regulated markets and large companies, across a range of sectors.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Fred Dearden as Partner, Head of Private Equity. His appointment reflects the firm’s commitment to growing its offering to Private Equity, which supports business owners, private equity backed businesses, and private equity funds throughout their investment cycle.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, reports that UK business leaders are entering 2026 with a level of optimism that surpasses that of their global peers, according to the latest C-suite barometer.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Alistair Culverwell as Partner and Head of Tax Dispute Resolution, based in the firm’s London office.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, today announced its plan to move to The Aviary in Manchester City Centre to enhance the client experience across the North West. The relocation is designed to provide a modern, collaborative workspace for its rapidly growing team. It is anticipated that the office will officially open in September 2026.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Séamus McCabe as Energy and Infrastructure Advisory Director.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Elizabeth Young as Partner in its Risk Assurance service line, based in the firm’s Glasgow office.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has opened its new Birmingham office at Three Chamberlain Square, marking a major milestone in its continued growth across the Midlands.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Neil Lawrinson as Partner, Head of UK Audit Methodology, based in the firm’s Manchester office.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Richard Hogg as a VAT Partner in its Manchester office.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has made a significant investment into its TMT offering, with the appointment of Nathan Reay as Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) Sector Leader for the UK.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed 10 new partners across its UK offices, reflecting the firm’s continued investment in its people and commitment to developing future leaders.
Forvis Mazars Financial Planning has been ranked second in the FT Adviser Top 100 list of financial advice firms for 2025.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed 326 new trainees to its UK offices, marking another milestone in the firm’s commitment to developing early-career talent through fostering growth, investing in people and providing meaningful opportunities.
Forvis Mazars is thrilled to announce its membership with the Birmingham Change Makers network, a powerful coalition of innovators and advocates united by one mission: to transform the lives of sick children at Birmingham Childrens Hospital.
In this newly created role, Sofia will help organisations unlock the full potential of AI responsibly and securely.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, today announced its plan to move to Three Chamberlain Square to support its rapidly growing Birmingham team. The relocation is designed to provide a contemporary, sustainable workspace for its team while also better meeting the needs of its clients. It is anticipated that the office will officially open in December 2025.
On Tuesday 24 June, Forvis Mazars held a discussion on the UK’s financial services landscape in the House of Lords, hosted by Baroness Bowles of Berkhamsted. The event brought together senior representatives from regulators, Parliament, and the financial and professional services industry to explore how the UK can strengthen its position as a global financial centre while fostering sustainable growth,...
The Forvis Mazars Foundation UK will support local and national charities working with people under 25 years of age.
Forvis Mazars in the UK is delighted to announce the sponsorship of the Edinburgh International Book Festival for the second consecutive year.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Hermione Bonthuys as an Accounting and Outsourcing (AOS) Partner in its London office.
We are looking forward to sponsoring and presenting at the upcoming TP Minds International conference in London this June 2025.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has officially moved to its new Bristol city centre office location in the Assembly Campus. All team members who were based at the current Victoria Street office have now relocated to the new office in Assembly Building C, effective from 19 May 2025.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Raj Bhundia as a Tax Partner in its London office.
The FRC has commenced a market study into small and medium-sized entities (SMEs) to examine the audit and reporting challenges SMEs face, difficulties auditors face in auditing SMEs and understanding SME audit procurement. This is the first stage of a broader push by the FRC to support SMEs in accessing audit services and securing capital.
How do you win four Yorkshire Accountancy Awards in one night? Forvis Mazars might have the answer. Fresh off the back of a standout year - marked by a major board refresh, the launch of a new global network, and a renewed focus on people - the firm walked away with not one but four awards in 2025, including Large Firm of the Year, Employer of the Year, Tax Service Award and Managing Partner of the...
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, is launching Moving May, a month-long wellbeing and charity challenge that will bring together team members across all 14 UK offices.
Forvis Mazars in the UK has received a B score in our latest CDP Climate disclosure rating, reflecting our ongoing commitment to building a sustainable future.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, grew 8.3% in the UK in the year to 31 August 2024, recording revenue of £362.4m. This is the firm’s fifteenth consecutive year of growth, which continued unabated in its first year as a global network.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has released its 2024 UK Sustainability Report, highlighting the organisation's dedication and commitment to building sustainably for the future. The report details Forvis Mazars' progress on its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals and outlines strategic priorities for the year ahead.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Lisa Pennington as an Accounting and Outsourcing Partner in its UK Healthcare and Life Sciences team. Lisa is based in the firm’s Manchester office.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has won four awards at this year’s Yorkshire Accountancy Awards, including Big Firm of the Year, Employer of the Year and Tax Service Award of the Year.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, today announces the new Executive team that will work alongside James Gilbey in his role as UK CEO. The Executive members will assume their roles with immediate effect.
Forvis Mazars’ survey of over 300 UK C-suite executives reveals that 47% have tried out pilot AI solutions, but only 34% have set clear objectives for using AI, and just 46% of UK businesses have a well-developed AI strategy.
Forvis Mazars are delighted to have been presented with the National Award at the Citywire New Model Adviser’s Awards 2025.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Jennifer Allison as Office Managing Partner (OMP) in Edinburgh. She takes on the role from Laura Clarkson who is stepping aside after seven years.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has received validation for its science based targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), and reaffirmed its commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2045.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Chris Ridley as a Tax Partner and UK Head of its Innovation Incentives (R&D and Patent Box) tax team.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, today announces James Gilbey as its next UK CEO, following a vote by the firm’s UK Partners.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, and one of the UK’s leading education charities IntoUniversity today announce the third year of their official partnership which sees Forvis Mazars support efforts to increase social mobility for young people facing disadvantage.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Emma Mason as a Corporate Tax Partner in their London office.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Sarah Mills as an Accounting and Outsourcing Partner in its Sutton office.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Ryan Crilley as an Audit Partner. He is based across the Glasgow and Edinburgh offices.
Forvis Mazars continues its commitment to nurturing young talent by sponsoring the Legal category at the Greater Birmingham Young Professional of the Year Awards 2024. This sponsorship reinforces the firm's ongoing support of Future Faces, the young professionals division of the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Jenn Hazlehurst as an Audit Partner and Head of Audit Transformation. She is based in the North West office, working across Liverpool and Manchester.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Jon Marchant as dedicated Office Managing Partner (OMP) for its Bristol office.
Forvis Mazars Financial Planning (formerly Mazars) has been named as one of the top financial advice firms in the FT Top 100 list 2024.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Deniz Nadiri as Office Managing Partner (OMP) in London. She takes on the role from Richard Karmel who remains in the firm but is stepping aside after 11 years as OMP to focus on other projects.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Jon Leece as Office Managing Partner (OMP) in Newcastle.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Craig Maxell as the first dedicated Office Managing Partner (OMP) in Glasgow.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has promoted seven partners across the firm. The promotions are effective from 1 September 2024.
We are delighted to announce that Forvis Mazars has been awarded the 2024 Money Marketing Awards Best Investment Advice Firm.
We are delighted to have been named one of VouchedFor’s top-rated firms for the fourth year.
Forvis Mazars recently submitted a response to the FRC's market study into Sustainability Assurance. Given the previous government’s announcements on the next steps for developing sustainability reporting standards in the UK, the FRC commencing this market study is particularly timely.
Forvis Mazars, a leading global professional services network, has appointed Tatham Crawford-Lennox as Director of People & Culture in the UK. In leading the firm’s People & Culture function, a national team of over 80 people, Tatham will build upon the firm’s progress in creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged team that prioritises quality.
Two leading professional services firms, Mazars, an international partnership operating in over 100 countries and territories, and FORVIS, a top ranked firm in the United States, today mark the official launch of their new global network, Forvis Mazars.
The Government has provided an update on the implementation of Sustainability Disclosure Requirements in the UK.
We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted for the Best Investment Advice Firm and Advice Firm of the Year at this year’s 2024 Money Marketing Awards.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has promoted Yuvan Deena to the role of Assurance Partner in London.
Mazars, the international audit, tax, and advisory firm, has appointed Michael Davidson as a Banking Audit Partner in the firm’s Leeds office.
Mazars, the international audit, tax, and advisory firm, has appointed Helen Knowles as a Public Sector Audit Partner in the firm’s Manchester office.
Mazars’ 2023 Sustainability Report highlights commitment to net zero goals and social mobility.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Jeremy Brown as Financial Services Transfer Pricing Partner in London.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Dr Ben Seager-Scott as Chief Investment Officer, replacing David Baker who will move to a new role within the firm as Head of Financial Planning.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, today released its financial results for the year ended August 2023. The firm has achieved a third consecutive year of double-digit growth in revenue with an increase of 16% to £335m. This is within the context of global revenue growth of 13%, to €2.8 billion.
The VouchedFor Top Rated Financial Adviser Guide, published in The Times, showcases the top advisers who have received outstanding feedback from clients and prospects through the platform over the last 12 months.
Mazars’ team in Leeds has been named Mid-Tier Firm of the Year at the Yorkshire Accountancy Awards 2024.
Mazars are delighted to have been presented with the National Award at the Citywire New Model Adviser’s Awards 2024.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Huseyin Sahin to the role of Risk and Consulting Partner.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Eric Cloutier to the role of Partner, Global Head of Banking Regulations.
Mazars is proud to continue its support of the International Opera Awards - celebrating technical excellence and the brightest talent.
Mazars is committed to supporting the pharma and life sciences sector; helping companies to navigate disruption, embrace innovation and grow with confidence. That’s why we recently partnered with FT Live for their Global Pharma and Biotech Summit - bringing the industry together to explore the latest trends, share top expertise and drive growth.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, have been named Advice Firm of the Year at this year’s Money Marketing Awards.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Elina Rytseva as an Audit Quality partner. The appointment reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to strengthening audit quality and delivering work of the highest standard to all clients.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed eleven new partners across the firm. The promotions are effective 1 September 2023.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has advised RFA Advertising, a leading pharmaceutical and life sciences marketing agency, on its transition to employee ownership. The sale competed on 31st July and will allow the Business to continue serving its international customer base which includes some of the largest global pharmaceutical companies.
For over a year, Ukraine has been victim to a devastating war which continues to result in a humanitarian, economic and environmental crisis.
Mazars has selected three delegates to participate in a national ethical hacking exercise in association with CENSIS Scotland’s Innovation Centre for sensors, imaging systems, and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies.
We are delighted to announce that our Private Client team has been shortlisted for awards at both the STEP Private Client and the Money Marketing Awards, taking place in late September.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Connie Crawford as an Information Technology (IT) Audit Partner. This appointment reflects Mazars’ ongoing commitment to developing its technology offering, as well as reflecting its range of expertise across the firm’s regional offices.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Kamilla Racinska to the role of Asset Management Audit Partner.
Mazars has been named as one of the finalists for 'In-Country Payroll Provider of the Year 2023' and 'Global Payroll Provider of the Year' at the Global Payroll Awards 2023 run by the Global Payroll Association. This recognition highlights Mazars' commitment to excellence in delivering best in class payroll solutions and services across various industries.
Mazars, the international, audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Michelle Olckers as a partner in the UK to lead the firm’s assurance practice. Michelle will focus on Sustainability Assurance services. This appointment reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to expanding its range of sustainability services, and to addressing the continuously growing appetite for support from clients.
Mazars, the international, audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Gabriel Fuenmayor to the newly created role of Transfer Pricing Partner based in London.
Global business leaders remain optimistic for growth this year, despite economic uncertainty and geopolitical challenges
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has moved to a flagship Edinburgh city-centre location after 15 years at its previous office. All team members who were located at the Haymarket office have relocated to Capital Square, a major development which opened on 20th March 2023.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Deniz Nadiri as FTSE 350 Development Partner. The appointment reflects the firm’s focus on expanding its services within the FTSE 350 space.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Hina Desai as partner in its Private Client team within the group’s East Midlands operation. The appointment reflects the firm’s commitment to continuing the expansion of Mazars’ East Midlands client service capacity across its key service lines.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Sue Kukadia to the role of partner in its Tax team, where she will be specialising in immigration. This appointment reflects Mazars’ commitment to strengthening its immigration offering as it becomes an increasingly important issue for clients.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has been named the Company of the Year at this year’s BIG Awards for Business 2022.
Mazars is delighted to have been named Accountancy Team of the Year at this year's STEP Private Client Awards.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed thirteen new partners across the firm.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Andrew Jones as a partner in its Audit team. The appointment further strengthens the firm’s already significant presence in the Financial Services sector as it pushes its drive for high quality audits and positions itself for forthcoming reforms to the market.
November 2022 Mazars is proud to continue its support of the International Opera Awards as both headline sponsors and sponsors of the Rising Star Award. Celebrating technical excellence and the brightest talent.
Watch all of the recordings from the Opera in October series presented to you by The International Opera Awards.
We are pleased to announce that we have been recognised as one of the top International Payroll firms at the Global Payroll Awards 2022, winning the Judges Award.
We are delighted to announce that Mazars Financial Planning has been named as the second-best advice firm in the FT Adviser’s Top 100 list for 2022.
Mazars has been named as one of the Top Accountancy Firms in this year’s eprivateclient rankings.
Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has been awarded the contract to provide audit services for local government, police and fire bodies in England by Public Sector Audit Appointments Ltd (PSAA). The contract period runs for five years, covering the financial years 2023/24 to 2027/28.
We are delighted to announce that we have been named Best Investment Advice Firm at this year’s Money Marketing Awards.
This year, Financial Planning Week runs from the 3rd to the 9th of October.
23 August 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Natasha Moolman to the role of Audit Partner in its London office. Natasha joins from global investment firm Actis, where she was Managing Director, Group Finance, having previously also worked at EY where she was Associate Partner.
We are delighted to announce that Mazars has been shortlisted for the 2022 Money Marketing Awards in both the Best ESG Advice Firm and Best Investment Advice Firm categories.
Mazars is delighted to have been named as a finalist in the Accountancy Team of the Year (large firm) category at the 2022 STEP Private Client Awards.
31 May 2022 Following the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy’s (BEIS) announcement on the draft audit reform Bill proposals, please find statements from Mazars below.
The devastating war in Ukraine continues, increasingly creating human tragedies and political and economic uncertainty.
05 May 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Paul Winrow as a Partner in its Audit Quality team. Paul joins from MHA MacIntyre Hudson.
05 May 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Poppy Proborespati to the role of Banking Partner in its London office. Poppy joins from EY where she was an associate partner.
The new and official Mazars alumni network is now live! Custom-built on market-leading software, the network keeps people and relationships at its heart and gives former Mazars colleagues opportunities to reconnect, learn and continue to grow professionally.
29 April 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Linda Adelson to the role of Tax Partner in its London office. Linda joins from Rosetta Tax Ltd. where she was also a Partner. In her new role, Linda will be focused on building Mazars’ VAT advisory practice.
06 April 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Valerie Levi to the role of Audit & Assurance Partner in its Manchester office.
04 April 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has today announced its full-year results for the financial year ended 31 August 2021 (FY21).
31 March 2022 Time for action: Mazars’ C-Suite barometer reveals the challenges, opportunities and concerns facing C-Suite executives.
We are delighted to have been named one of VouchedFor’s top-rated firms for the second year.
14 March 2022 Since the shocking invasion of Ukraine by Russia two weeks ago, we have been working to understand and navigate the consequences of this complex and ever-evolving situation. The safety and welfare of our people and their families remains our highest priority.
28 February 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Sanjay Ranchhoojee to the role of Audit and Assurance Partner in its London office. Sanjay joins from Mazars in South Africa where he was Head of Audit.
23 February 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Vivian Pereira to the newly created role of Banking and Capital Markets Partner in its London office.
4 January 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Chloë Ellis as Office Managing Partner in Leeds, succeeding Oliver Hoffman after almost a decade in the role. The Leeds office is one of Mazars’ largest outside of London, having nearly trebled its team in less than ten years, and now boasting 240 people.
4 January 2022 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Jim Boylan as a tax partner in its London office.
20 December 2021 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has strengthened its team in Bristol with the promotion of Jon Barnard to Partner and a major intake of new trainees for this year.
13 December 2021 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Jenny Birch as an audit partner in its Birmingham office.
1 December 2021 Mazars, the international tax, audit and advisory firm, has reinforced its commitment to Newcastle with the creation of a Technology & Digital centre of excellence in the city, bolstered by the appointments of Simon Withington and Ahmed Hany.
18 November 2021 Mazars, the international audit, tax and advisory firm, has appointed Elisa Howe as an Audit Partner and Jim Dolan as a Technology & Digital Partner in its Birmingham office.
17 November 2021 Mazars, the international tax, audit and advisory firm, has appointed Lesley Fox as Office Managing Partner in Poole and made a major investment in its future growth by hiring 10 new entry-level trainees in 2021. Lara Brennan, also based in Poole, has been appointed to the national role of UK Head of SME.
5 November 2021 Mazars’ sponsorship of Yorkshire County Cricket Club ended in 2019, prior to revelations of bullying and harassment at the club.
21 October 2021 Mazars, the international tax, audit and advisory firm, has appointed Diego Fernandez as Assurance Director in its rapidly growing Asset Management practice.
20 October 2021 Mazars, the international tax, audit and advisory firm, has appointed Stephanie Day as Tax Director in Leeds.
27 September 2021 Mazars, the international tax, audit and advisory firm, has appointed Mark Day as Head of Midlands Mergers & Acquisitions.
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