Scrutton Bland, part of the Sumer Group, has further expanded its East Anglian footprint with the acquisition of Argents Chartered Accountants, a well-established accountancy firm based in Norwich.
The move marks another significant step in Scrutton Bland’s regional growth, following the acquisitions of Jacobs Allen in October 2024 and Tile & Co in February earlier this year. Together, these developments strengthen the firm’s presence across Norfolk, Suffolk and Essex, while enhancing its ability to support local businesses with specialist advice and personal service.
This latest acquisition not only extends Scrutton Bland’s geographical reach into Norfolk but also bolsters its expertise in the agricultural sector, an area where the firm continues to see strong growth and opportunity.
A team of 21 new colleagues join Scrutton Bland from Argents, led by Jon Spoor and Mark Johnstone, who both join as Partners, strengthening Scrutton Bland’s Senior Leadership Team. Jon brings extensive experience supporting clients in the agricultural sector, while Mark specialises in working with owner-managed and family-run SMEs, as well as charities and voluntary organisations.
Commenting on the acquisition, Jon Spoor said:
“We’re really excited to be joining Scrutton Bland. From the outset, it was clear that our values align, putting clients and people first, and providing forward-thinking advice with a personal touch. This move creates fantastic opportunities for our clients, who will now benefit from an even wider range of expertise and services, and for our team, who are joining a business that’s ambitious and growing across East Anglia.”
Jason Fayers, Managing Partner at Scrutton Bland, added:
“We’re delighted to welcome Jon, Mark and the whole Argents team to Scrutton Bland. Their reputation, expertise and local connections make them a great fit for our business, and together we’re in a strong position to continue growing our presence in East Anglia. This acquisition is another important milestone in our ongoing journey to build and grow, whilst delivering exceptional advice and support to clients across the region.”
Argents will be rebranded as Scrutton Bland over the coming weeks and months, as the team integrates into the wider business.