BHP, part of the Sumer Group, the UK’s fastest-growing mid-market accountancy practice, has welcomed Allen West & Foster, a highly respected accountancy and business advisory firm serving the South Yorkshire area.
This merger expands BHP’s footprint across Yorkshire, further enhancing its ability to deliver exceptional professional services to small and medium-sized enterprises across the region.
Allen West & Foster has built a strong reputation as a trusted chartered accountancy and business advisory practice, known for its commitment to client service excellence and longstanding regional expertise. Making it a natural fit within BHP and the Sumer Group.
The announcement brings a team of 18 experienced professionals into BHP and in turn, will give clients of Allen West & Foster access to the depth of services and experience that only a national firm can muster. Sumer Group now stands at more than 3,000 colleagues, operating across more than 80+ offices nationwide.
Lisa Leighton, Co-Managing Partner, at BHP said: “We are delighted to welcome Allen West & Foster into BHP. They are a highly respected firm with deep roots in South Yorkshire. This merger strengthens our regional presence, creates new opportunities for our people and brings additional expertise to the clients we serve”.
Hamish Morrison, Co-Managing Partner, BHP, commented: “Their excellent reputation and strong client relationships in Sheffield perfectly complement our mission to champion SMEs throughout the UK. This merger represents another significant step in our ambitious growth strategy and ability to deliver high-quality, locally focused professional services, backed by the scale of a national group and will hopefully be the first of many similar deals.”
Stephen Allen, at Allen West & Foster added: “Joining BHP, part of Sumer Group marks an exciting new chapter for our firm. Our clients will benefit from enhanced service capabilities while maintaining the personal relationships and local knowledge they value. We’re proud to join an organisation that shares our commitment to supporting SME businesses and the communities they serve.”
The firm will continue to operate from its current location in Sheffield, ensuring continuity for clients while offering expanded capabilities and national resources. Clients of Allen West & Foster will benefit from Sumer’s comprehensive suite of professional services, including audit, tax, advisory, and business support services, while maintaining their established relationships with the local team they trust.
