Edinburgh, September 12 (Patrika English News): Scholes Chartered Accountants (Scholes CA) has expanded into Shetland with the acquisition of RSM UK’s Lerwick operations. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed.
The acquisition strengthens Scholes CA’s presence in Scotland, adding 20 staff members to its team and increasing its overall workforce by a third. With offices in Kirkwall, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Laurencekirk, and now Lerwick, the firm said it will become the largest accounting practice in Shetland.
Karen Scholes, director at Scholes Ltd, said the addition of the Lerwick team would “create new opportunities for our people, clients, and the wider economy of Shetland, Orkney and Scotland.” She added that local expertise will be vital for long-term growth and client service.
Former RSM UK partner Irene Hambleton will lead as director of Scholes CA’s Lerwick office. She said the move will provide the team with greater flexibility, more growth prospects, and stronger career pathways.
Scholes CA provides accountancy and business advisory services to clients across sectors such as agriculture, engineering, fisheries, hospitality, and renewable energy.