Irish accountancy and advisory firm Roberts Nathan has announced a merger with UK-based MHA which will lead to the formation of Baker Tilly Ireland.
The strategic partnership marks Baker Tilly’s next step of its expansion strategy, with the company planning to create 100 new jobs across its offices in Cork and Dublin.
The 100 new roles will range from graduates to experienced professionals in Dublin and Cork, with hybrid working options over the next two years, the company said.
Established in 1997, Roberts Nathan has grown extensively since its inception and earlier this week, merged with fellow Cork firm, Russell and Co ahead of its strategic partnership with the UK firm MHA.
“We are delighted to share this exciting news,” said Vivian Nathan, Managing Partner of Roberts Nathan, who will become Baker Tilly Ireland’s new Regional Chief Operations Officer.
“This proposed merger marks a pivotal milestone, enabling us to leverage our combined strengths to provide more services and solutions to clients while creating significant growth opportunities for our team.”
Employing more than 1,700 employees, MHA has more than 20 locations across England, Scotland and Wales and is the UK independent member firm of Baker Tilly International.
Speaking on the merger, Rakesh Shaunak, Managing Partner and Chairman of MHA said: “Expanding into Ireland is a significant step in MHA’s strategic growth plans due to its strong trading ties and business connections with the UK and Europe, plus its thriving business community, and resilient economy.”
Baker Tilly International is a network of member firms in 145 territories that provide tax, advisory, and audit services to multinationals. The group employs more than 44,000 people across 658 offices.