S&W announces new partner for transaction services in International Accounting Industry.

S&W has announced the appointment of Jonathan Broadis as a new partner in its transaction services department. Broadis is poised to play a critical role in expanding the firm’s value creation advisory services.

With over 25 years of experience in the realm of value creation, Broadis comes to the S&W team from Tata Consultancy Services, where he headed the UK M&A consulting segment. His background encompasses operational, financial, and technology-oriented due diligence, along with experience in synergy development and M&A integration from his previous stints at Deloitte Financial Advisory in Canada and Chile.

In his new capacity at S&W, Broadis will be at the forefront of pre-to post-deal operational evaluations, aiming to enhance value across a diverse range of market sectors and client bases. Demonstrating his expertise in technology, telecommunications, and retail, Broadis spent three years on the ASDA’s Walmart Separation Programme until mid-2024.

Broadis expressed enthusiasm about joining S&W’s rapidly growing M&A advisory branch, highlighting his commitment to further expanding the firm’s value creation capabilities. He looks forward to collaborating with his new colleagues to drive successful growth in line with the firm’s overarching strategic goals.

Based in London and Manchester, Broadis will collaborate closely with the transaction services team to support the overlap of S&W’s value creation advisory services while establishing solid relationships with clients.

Mark Benka, a partner at S&W heading the transaction services department, expressed excitement about Broadis’s arrival, underlining his contribution to strengthening the firm’s abilities and expertise in value creation. Benka emphasized the significance of Broadis’s extensive experience in various scenarios, offering invaluable insights to clients in areas such as synergy identification, cost-efficiency enhancements, and implementation strategies.

In another development, S&W recently revealed the acquisition of Beechwood Partners, further solidifying its network in Ireland. Established in 2005, the Dublin-based accountancy and tax advisory firm is set to join S&W’s growing portfolio.

The appointment of Jonathan Broadis and the acquisition of Beechwood Partners signal S&W’s commitment to bolstering its offerings while expanding its foothold in various markets. With Broadis’s wealth of experience and strategic insights, S&W is poised to navigate the evolving landscape of transaction services with expertise and finesse.