Professional services group S&W has appointed Mark Lewis as partner in its Leeds audit and assurance practice as it continues to invest across the North of England.
Mark joins from Deloitte with more than 15 years’ experience advising businesses on audit, assurance and financial reporting matters.
During more than 14 years with the firm, he progressed to partner and became UK audit and assurance lead for family-owned and managed businesses, advising privately owned, family-run and private equity-backed companies.
His career also includes experience at PKF, while he has developed particular expertise in supporting entrepreneurial and owner-managed businesses through periods of growth, investment and change.
Mark said: “I’m delighted to be joining S&W at such an exciting stage in its growth.
“The firm’s ambition in audit and assurance is clear, and I look forward to working with colleagues across the business to support clients across Yorkshire and beyond.
“There is a significant opportunity to help growing businesses navigate an increasingly complex environment, and I’m excited to be part of that journey.”
Mark’s appointment forms part of S&W’s long-term growth strategy and continued investment across the North, strengthening its audit and assurance capability in Leeds and its support for entrepreneurial and owner-managed businesses.
Donna Bulmer, north regional managing partner at S&W, added: “Leeds is an important market for S&W and a key part of our growth ambitions for the North.
“Mark’s appointment strengthens our presence in Yorkshire and reflects our continued investment in talented people who can help us support the evolving needs of our clients.
“We are seeing strong demand across the region and remain focused on building the depth of expertise needed to support businesses at every stage of their growth journey.”
Mark Bishop, head of audit and assurance at S&W “Mark’s appointment reflects our continued investment in audit & assurance and our ambition to strengthen our practice in key growth markets such as Leeds.
“Mark brings deep technical expertise, extensive experience advising privately owned and private equity-backed businesses, and a strong track record of leadership.
“His appointment further enhances our ability to support clients across the region and demonstrates our commitment to investing in high-quality talent.”
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