S&W strengthens its audit team with new London based partner appointments

S&W, the leading professional services group, is pleased to announce the appointments of Keith Wood and Gary Tamkin as audit partners in the firm’s London office. 
 
Keith joins S&W’s financial services audit team.  He was previously a partner at EY and has more than 15 years’ experience specialising in the asset management and real estate sectors. Originally from the United States, he has extensive international experience working in New York, Australia, Hong Kong, and London. Keith has led audits for a wide range of clients including asset managers, international real estate firms, ETF providers, multinational groups, sovereign wealth, and private equity businesses. 

Gary has built a distinguished career advising a broad spectrum of clients ranging from large international groups, private equity backed businesses and fast growing entrepreneurial led start-ups. He is known for his client focused approach, strong technical knowledge and ability to work with businesses through challenging circumstances to meet shared objectives. More recently he has been working with private equity backed businesses in the consumer sector, care sector, hospitality and private aviation sectors. 

Keith commented: “I’m thrilled to join S&W at such a dynamic time in the professional services industry. The firm’s culture of serving clients through opportunity and complexity, developing skilled people that know the industry and effectively leveraging technology are 
just a few reasons I was drawn to S&W. The opportunities in this space are massive, and I can’t wait to get started working with clients.”

Gary commented: “I am delighted to be joining S&W at an exciting and transformational time for the profession. Linked to their growth ambition, there is a clear focus in the team on the importance of a client centric approach which resonated with me.  Under the refreshed branding and S&W name there is a positive and exciting sense of drive and momentum, reinforced by strong leadership.

Mark Bishop, Head of Audit and Assurance at S&W commented: “We’re delighted to be welcoming not one, but two exceptional partners in Keith and Gary. Keith’s vast experience and energy will add strength to our already highly regarded financial services audit team, whilst Gary’s insight and connections in the private equity market will support our continued growth in this pivotal market. These appointments are testament to our continued investment in these dynamic markets. We are thrilled to have them both on board as we continue to deliver market leading growth.”

Guy Swarbreck, Partner and Head of Financial Services at S&W added: “I’m delighted that Keith has joined our financial services sector audit team. Keith brings a wide array of complementary experience and knowledge to our clients and the team.  The financial services industry is one of S&W’s key areas of focus and Keith’s appointment is testament to our continued investment in the sector. I have no doubt that Keith’s extensive experience and market knowledge will be invaluable to our clients and the firm as we continue to grow at pace. We are thrilled to have him on board.”

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