CLA Global Welcomes New Alliance Member Firms in Bulgaria, Georgia and Switzerland
London - Today, CLA Global Limited (CLA Global), a leading international organization comprised of independent accounting and advisory firms, announced that three firms in the EMEA region have become alliance members of CLA Global. The addition of Simbula in Sofia, Bulgaria, Cora Consulting in Tbilisi, Georgia and Riedweg & Partner AG in Zurich, Switzerland adds 93 personnel and 16 partner-level professionals to the CLA Global network. CLA Global alliance members have access to CLA Global resources and reach in a flexible model without the requirements of a network membership.
The three new firms deliver audit, advisory, tax, legal and outsourcing services across a range of industries including agriculture, consumer products, education, energy and natural resources, financial services, fintech, government and public sector, hospitality and leisure, life sciences and healthcare, manufacturing and distribution, media and entertainment, not for profit (charities), real estate and construction, technology and transportation.
“We strongly believe that during the lifetime of our business, the traditional structure of an accounting firm will change from one chief accountant and a number of operational accountants to one chief accountant and backed by a range of automated technology platforms,” said Jivko Ivanov, Managing Partner at Simbula. “Being part of CLA Global, a technology focused network, will give us the opportunity to participate on a global scale in this transformation and provide us with access to ground-breaking practices.”
Sophiko Ghudushauri, Managing Partner of Cora Consulting said “Joining CLA Global was a strategic decision driven by our commitment to enhancing the quality and breadth of services we offer our clients. The key factor in our choice was the opportunity to leverage the extensive resources, knowledge, and networking opportunities that CLA Global offers. We are looking forward to working in a collaborative environment, gaining access to cutting-edge industry insights, and the ability to deliver even more comprehensive and innovative solutions to our clients.”
Laurent Riedweg, Co-Managing Partner at Riedweg & Partner AG said “We are excited to be joining CLA Global and the opportunities it will present for our firm. The reach of the network, collaborating on client work and knowledge sharing will enable us to enhance the offerings to our clients and people.”
“The addition of Simbula in Bulgaria, Cora Consulting in Georgia and Riedweg & Partner AG in Switzerland further enhances our presence in the EMEA region and adds value to the network,” said Paul English, CEO of CLA Global. “Each of these firms bring immense experience in the services they provide and the industries that they work in, which will provide significant insights and deliver high quality innovative solutions to member firm clients.”
CLA Global was founded on July 1, 2022, by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP and Evelyn Partners. Currently, CLA Global has more than 220 offices across the world and more than 14,500 personnel across the network. Member firms provide services to clients of all sizes, with a particular emphasis on fast-growing, innovative, and dynamic middle market cross-border businesses.
Based on reported 2021 fee income, Accountancy Age ranked CLA Global 15th among the top global accounting and advisory organizations in the world.
About Simbula
Simbula was established in 2012 as a local provider of accounting services. Over the years, the firm has grown its portfolio to include a wide range of services including accounting and payroll, tax consulting and legal services. Simbula’s main focus is helping foreign companies establish and operate in Bulgaria. The firm’s clients range from small family companies to subsidiaries of multinationals. For more information, visit www.simbula.eu.
About Cora Consulting
Cora Consulting, based in Tbilisi, Georgia, provides a comprehensive suite of services including audit and assurance, tax, advisory, valuation, accounting outsourcing, financial management and risk advisory services. The firm serves a diverse range of industries including airlines, transportation, retail, manufacturing and technology.
With a team of professionals and experts, Cora Consulting is committed to delivering high-quality services and strives to be a reliable partner for its clients. For more information, visit www.cora.ge.
About Riedweg & Partner AG
Riedweg & Partner is located in Zurich and provides Swiss and international clients with tailor-made solutions covering the full spectrum of Swiss and international tax law. For more information, visit https://riedwegpartner.ch/en/.
About CLA Global
CLA Global is a worldwide organization of independent accounting and advisory firms. CLA Global member firm professionals provide audit, accounting, tax, and advisory services to help guide organizations and individuals through the increasingly complex global business and financial environment.
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Dalwinder Patel, Director of Marketing
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