Exeter accountancy practice acquired by national company
An accountancy firm has expanded with the acquisition of a long-standing Exeter practice.
R T Marke & Co, which was expanded in 1985, has acquired Kirk Hills Chartered Accountants.
The deal will expand the firm’s reach and adding to its presence in Devon and Cornwall.
David Kirk, Adrian Hills, Sarah Chamberlain, Kirk Hills partners, and the Exeter team have joined R T Marke & Co.
They will continue to provide their current service to existing clients.
The 45-strong team will benefit from increased opportunities for career development, across both Bideford and Exeter offices.
David Kirk said: “The decision to join forces with R T Marke & Co. brings significant benefits to our clients and team. It will enable us to continue our proactive and forward-thinking approach to business advisory services.
“Our clients will continue to receive the highest standard of personal service, whilst also having opportunities to benefit from additional services and the skills of a larger local firm.”
Neil Marke, R T Marke & Co. managing director, added: “We see an increasing demand for SME support in our region, so this acquisition ensures we bring together, the highest degree of specialist services to our growing portfolio. Kirk Hills are a long-established accountancy practice in Exeter, with an exceptional reputation.
“Their commitment to nurturing their team and supporting clients dovetailed with ours. The shared desire to help SMEs grow their businesses and their complementary client mix means that we’re in a strong position to guide and advise the community of entrepreneurs in the South West.”
R T Marke & Co. are part of the Sumer Group which has plans to become the UK’s leading SME national practice.
The firm, with their backing, has plans to expand into other towns across Devon and Cornwall, supporting businesses to grow and reach their goals.
Sumer Hubs include Carpenter Box, Cowgills, EQ Chartered Accountants, Jerroms, Monahans, RMT Accountants & Business Advisors, R.T. Marke & Co Ltd, Scrutton Bland, Simmons Gainsford Group and Sumer Northern Ireland.
