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Business Excellence AwardsAccounting Firm of the Year Award
Recognising accounting firms delivering excellence in advisory, compliance, and financial leadership
About this category
This category recognises an established accounting firm delivering excellence in compliance, tax, audit and advisory work. It celebrates firms whose accountants and advisers combine expertise with outstanding client service, and whose work makes a real difference to the businesses and people they serve.
The winner will show consistent quality, strong client relationships, sound business performance and a culture that develops its people, setting the standard for accounting in its market.
Eligibility
Open to UK-based accounting firms of any size that have been trading for at least three years, with achievements within the last 12 to 24 months. Self-nominations and third-party nominations are both welcome.
Judging criteria
- Entries will be judged on the quality of work and outcomes for clients
- Business performance and growth
- Client service and relationships
- Investment in people and culture
- Innovation in how services are delivered
Qualitative criteria
- Technical accuracy and compliance record
- Quality of advice beyond the numbers
- Use of technology to serve clients better
- Responsiveness and client care
- Investment in qualifications and training
Metrics
- Fee income growth
- Client retention and referral rates
- Number of clients served
- Staff qualifications and retention
- Client satisfaction scores
Additional criteria
- Submissions should include client testimonials
- Examples of the value delivered to clients
- Supporting figures. Judges will also consider ethical practice
- Community contribution and commitment to diversity and inclusion
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