RSM UK, a firm specialising in audit, tax, and consulting services, has announced new appointments to its Aberdeen office to support its regional and national “growth” objectives.

The recent hires include Robbie Simpson as audit director, Ciaran Fines as assistant tax manager, and Naeema Joji as assistant audit manager.

Additionally, Lisa Macpherson-Fletcher has joined as tax partner in the private client advisory team, serving both Aberdeen and Edinburgh offices.

With 15 years of experience, mostly gained at PwC, Simpson specialises in managing complex audit projects, guiding clients through compliance and assurance processes, the company said.

His career has focused on critical infrastructure sectors such as oil and gas, telecommunications, transportation, technology, and water.

In his role as audit director, Simpson will lead efforts to expand the Aberdeen office, building “long-term and valued relationships” with clients while delivering “high quality” statutory audit and assurance services, the firm added.

Simpson said: “I plan to leverage my experience of working with some of the most complex organisations to add value and deliver an excellent service to our clients, further establishing RSM as the leading adviser to middle market businesses in Aberdeen.”

RSM’s Office Managing Partner in Aberdeen Andrew Forsyth said: “Robbie brings a wealth of experience to the Aberdeen team and his appointment reflects our commitment to providing our clients in the middle market with an expert service.

“We’re continuing to invest in our people and hiring new talent as we work towards our ambitious growth plans, and I look forward to working with Robbie as we focus on building new relationships in the regional market.”

Last year, the Aberdeen office moved to The Capitol, a “sustainable” workspace designed to facilitate hybrid working and support future expansion plans.

RSM UK, part of the RSM International network, operates across 31 UK locations with 5,420 partners and staff, serving the middle market.

For the financial year ending 31 March 2024, the firm reported revenues surpassing £543m.

RSM International, the sixth largest global network for assurance, tax, and consulting services, operates in more than 120 countries with more than 900 offices, 65,000 professionals, and global revenues of $10bn.