Crowe, an audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm in the UK, has further strengthened its Corporate Audit team with the promotion of Hayley Lavery to Corporate Audit Partner.

Lavery, who has been with the firm since 2006, brings more than 24 years of experience in audit and accountancy services.  

Operating from Crowe’s Midlands office, Lavery works closely with owner-managed businesses, large corporates, and UK subsidiaries of international groups, with a particular focus on the manufacturing sector.

She specialises in statutory audit, accounts preparation, group reporting, and ensuring compliance with UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (UK GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), the accounting firsm said.

Refelcting on her appointment, Lavery said: “I am thrilled to join the partnership at Crowe and am proud to have been part of the firm for 18 years, working alongside so many talented people. 

“The rapid pace of change in global business, such as US tariffs imposed by the US on UK steel imports, has the potential to have a significant impact across the UK’s manufacturing sector.

“I look forward to continuing to support manufacturing businesses, collaborating with business leaders and those shaping the sector, to help this crucial part of our UK economy to navigate the challenges and opportunities ahead.”

The promotion is part of a wider series of partner appointments across the UK by the UK based entity.

Midlands Southwest offices managing partner Ross Prince said: “As we continue our ambitious growth plans at both regional and national level, I warmly welcome Hayley to the partnership.

“Hayley brings a wealth of expertise working with a wide range of corporate businesses. With her deep expertise across the manufacturing industry and commitment to clients, her insight and approach will continue to deliver exceptional value to our clients in the Midlands Southwest and across the UK.”