Latest News

CI Accountancy Joins International Accountancy Alliance

Northumberland-based CI Accountancy is now able to offer its clients access to financial experts from around the world after joining the global alliance of accountancy firms, MGI.

The firm, whose offices are in Warden, near Hexham, is headed up by Gary Killmister and Les Hare whose experience and contacts make them well-placed for anyone wanting to do business in the North East. The business has expanded rapidly since it was set up in 2004 and won a number of awards, including Best Independent Accountancy Practice in the North East in 2008.

It specialises in providing a full range of services for businesses and individuals in the area, including advice on starting a business, grant applications, raising finance, business plans and business development.

MGI was founded in 1947 and now has over 285 member offices in 82 countries across the globe. Its members frequently support each other, providing local knowledge and business solutions to client issues around the world and network together at regular seminars and conferences, while still retaining their status as independent firms.

Mr Killmister, principal of CI Accountancy, said: “MGI membership will allow us to offer an enhanced range of services to existing and future clients, most particularly assisting those seeking to engage in overseas business activities, through being able to access high-quality and trusted service on the ground through our Alliance partners who we know adhere to the same high standards we do.

“It also provides us with a substantial support network and resource in many technical service areas and other internal matters such as staff development. We remain an accessible and client-focused independent firm, but through our MGI membership, now have the benefit of a large organisation’s global reach.”

Paul Winder, chief executive officer of MGI UK and Ireland, added: “We’re delighted to welcome CI Accountancy on board as our latest member, extending our reach further into the North-East of England.

“Joining MGI allows firms to access the knowledge and expertise of fellow members all over the world, without sacrificing their independence through a takeover or merger. Being able to offer expert local advice to clients who may do business abroad is an invaluable selling point for many of our members.”

For more information visit www.mgi-uk.com.