New partner and head of audit and assurance appointed at Sagars
Leeds-based chartered accountancy and business advisory firm, Sagars, an AAB Group company, has appointed Ross Preston as partner and head of audit and assurance, as part of a programme of significant investment in the team.
Ross brings more than 18 years’ experience in audit and assurance, having held roles in industry as well as PwC and Deloitte. A key addition to AAB Group’s UK and Ireland audit and assurance practice, he will be responsible for leading a team of more than 40 people, based in the Leeds office.
With a total headcount of over 150, the Sagars Audit and Assurance team supports a range of businesses spanning different industries and sectors, from not-for-profit organisations to owner-managed businesses and multi-national groups.
Commenting on his appointment, Ross said: “The current economic environment is a challenging one, and as such our clients have never valued our support more. A high-quality audit adds value to each individual business, and is a key element of our commitment to helping our clients achieve their goals and flourish.
“I have long admired Sagars’ journey as they have become part of AAB Group, and I am looking forward to working with the team of specialists across the UK and Ireland to support our clients overcome challenges and maximise opportunities.”
Chris Jones, managing partner at Sagars, an AAB Group company, added: “We are delighted to welcome Ross to the team. This appointment reflects the growth we have seen in the audit department of our Leeds office, and demonstrates our ongoing commitment to providing our clients with an unparalleled audit experience.”
AAB Group’s audit and assurance practice currently supports more than 1,000 clients and is forecast to grow by around 20% in the next year following significant investment in the team. Leeds is one of the key areas targeted for growth.
