Azets strengthens audit practice in the Midlands

Azets, the regional accountancy firm and business advisor to SMEs, has strengthened its Audit & Assurance practice in the region with the appointment of Lee Meredith to audit partner.

Lee Meredith (pictured) is a chartered accountant and professional member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales (ICAEW). Lee brings experience in financial reporting, corporate and private client taxation, external audit, assurance reporting, and corporate finance.

He has re-joined Azets having been senior manager with the UK Top 10 accounting firm between 2017 and 2020.

Lee gained experience with a Big Four accounting firm and was most recently Associate partner with Haines Watts.

Lee will work closely with the firm 's diverse portfolio of SMEs customers to understand their circumstances and provide tailored advice at a critical time for business.

The appointment enhances Azets ' Audit & Assurance coverage and capability in the West Midlands and Shropshire, supporting the firm 's ongoing expansion and overall ambition to quadruple growth within the next five years across its Central region.

Lee Meredith said: “I 'm excited to re-join Azets having kept a close eye on the firm 's incredible achievements, particularly over the past 12 months. I didn 't hesitate at the opportunity to become part of the team once again and I 'd like to thank Mark and the team for the warm welcome.

“I 'm looking forward to working with our SME clients and supporting them throughout these challenging times of economic uncertainty. ”

Azets announced plans to create 650 jobs in 2022 across all levels, with 100 of those roles based in the Midlands, Shropshire, and Welsh Borders.