Baker Tilly International member firm MHA MacIntyre Hudson has merged with the Birmingham based accountancy firm Shoesmiths effective 1 April 2016.

This merger comes within a year of MHA MacIntyre Hudson’s merger with Bloomer Heaven and is part of its continuing expansion strategy, not only in Birmingham but on a national basis with the recent addition of MHA Reid Williams in Reading. The firms share the same ethos and values and the combination of skills and experience from MHA MacIntyre Hudson and Shoesmiths will strengthen the services offered to both sets of clients.

Speaking on the merger, MHA MacIntyre Hudson chairman Rakesh Shaunak said: “Both firms have a similar outlook and are a good cultural fit. This merger will provide access to a wider suite of services for Shoesmiths’ clients and enhanced career and development prospects for all members of the expanding team. This comes three months after the merger with Reid Williams in Reading, and shows our keen desire to grow in key locations”.