Scrutton Bland expands into Norfolk with the acquisition of Argents Chartered Accountants
Scrutton Bland, part of the Sumer Group, has further
expanded its East Anglian footprint with the acquisition of Argents Chartered Accountants, a well-established accountancy firm based in Norwich.
The move marks another significant step in Scrutton Bland’s
regional growth, following the acquisitions of Jacobs Allen in October 2024 and
Tile & Co in February earlier this year. Together, these developments
strengthen the firm’s presence across Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex, while
enhancing its ability to support local businesses with specialist advice and
personal service.
This latest acquisition not only extends Scrutton Bland’s
geographical reach into Norfolk but also bolsters its expertise in the
agricultural sector, an area where the firm continues to see strong growth and
opportunity.
A team of 21 new colleagues join Scrutton Bland from
Argents, led by Jon Spoor and Mark Johnstone, who both join as Partners,
strengthening Scrutton Bland’s Senior Leadership Team. Jon brings extensive
experience supporting clients in the agricultural sector, while Mark
specialises in working with owner-managed and family-run SMEs, as well as
charities and voluntary organisations.
Commenting on the acquisition, Jon Spoor said:
“We’re really excited to be joining Scrutton Bland. From the
outset, it was clear that our values align, putting clients and people first,
and providing forward-thinking advice with a personal touch. This move creates
fantastic opportunities for our clients, who will now benefit from an even
wider range of expertise and services, and for our team, who are joining a
business that’s ambitious and growing across East Anglia.”
Jason Fayers, Managing Partner at Scrutton Bland,
added:
“We’re delighted to welcome Jon, Mark and the whole Argents
team to Scrutton Bland. Their reputation, expertise and local connections make
them a great fit for our business, and together we’re in a strong position to
continue growing our presence in East Anglia. This acquisition is another
important milestone in our ongoing journey to build and grow, whilst delivering
exceptional advice and support to clients across the region.”
Argents will be rebranded as Scrutton Bland over the coming
weeks and months, as the team integrates into the wider business.