A Warrington accountancy and advisory firm has announced 11 new appointments after a management buyout earlier this year.

JS said the new hires since the buyout in April will help the firm meet demand for its services, which include audit and accounts compliance, tax, and business advisory for owner-managed businesses.

The firm has also appointed Andrew Pilling as audit and accounts director to meet the growing demand for audit services.

Rory Fothergill has joined as tax advisory and research and development (R&D) senior manager.

His expertise in R&D tax relief and other innovative tax reliefs is expected to boost the firm's tax advisory services.

As part of its growth strategy, JS is investing in future talent and now has 24 apprentices and four trainees.

The firm supports its apprentices and trainees with their professional studies at both college and university.

Nine new apprentices and trainees have joined the firm since the start of this year.

JS said these initiatives will help cultivate the next generation of finance professionals.

The management buyout, which transitioned the firm from a partnership model to a corporate structure, has provided a stable foundation for the firm's ambitious growth.

This change has allowed the leadership team to explore new opportunities and further enhance JS’s service offerings.

James Wood, accounts partner at JS, said: "The MBO was a transformative moment for our firm, setting the stage for our ambitious growth plans.

"Our latest appointments reflect our dedication to enhancing our service offerings.

"It's an exciting time for JS as we continue to build on the momentum we’ve achieved since the MBO."

Lucy Williams, managing partner at JS, said: "Transitioning to a corporate structure empowered us to accelerate our growth while remaining true to our core values.

"As we continue to grow, we are focused on delivering even more value to our clients, without compromising on the personal service we’re known for."