Professional services group Cooper Parry has acquired accountancy firm Hutcheon Mearns.

Its sixth deal since partnering with New York-based private equity firm Lee Equity Partners earlier this year pushes pro forma turnover beyond £250m, as part of plans to reach £600m by 2028 and £1bn by 2030.

Founded in Aberdeen during 2015, the 70-strong Hutcheon Mearns team “shares CP’s rebellious, challenger ethos“, according to a statement.

With offices across Scotland and London, the firm provides corporate finance and acquisition advice across energy, manufacturing, food and drink, technology, professional services and property.

Co-founder and managing director Craig Hutcheon said: “Right from our initial chat with Ade and his team it was clear that there was an instant connection in culture, s

See Full Page