RSM International increases global coverage with new member firm in Kenya and Tanzania
Publication Date:
02-Apr-2009
RSM International, the 7th largest worldwide audit, tax and consulting network of independent firms, has strengthened its client service offering in Africa by admitting RSM Ashvir and RSM Ashvir Consulting Ltd (‘Ashvir’) to the network’s increasing global membership.
RSM Ashvir is rated among the top ten firms in Kenya and Tanzania with six partners/directors supported by 60 staff providing client services from offices in Nairobi, Mombasa and Dar es Salaam. RSM International already has representation in seven other African countries.
Jean Stephens, CEO, RSM International said “We are delighted to admit a firm that shares our commitment to providing high quality client services and supporting their clients to grow and develop their businesses. RSM Ashvir is a progressive and ambitious firm and is actively involved in shaping and setting industry benchmarks in Africa. We will continue to build our presence in the important African economies in the future.”
Providing a full range of audit and assurance, consulting, company secretarial tax as well as International Financial Reporting Standards services, RSM Ashvir reported 65 percent growth in 2008. The firm has in depth experience of providing professional services to a range of sectors including real estate development, financial institutions, manufacturing, retail, leasing and financing. The firm has also been instrumental in defining standards set out for audit practices within Kenya and particularly with the Kenya Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Ashif Kassam, Managing Partner of RSM Ashvir said: “We are very excited to be a part of RSM International and look forward to working alongside other member firms on the continent, and around the world. We are confident that our clients will benefit immensely from gaining access to RSM’s technical expertise around the globe.”