MJ Bushell, one of Brentwood’s top accountancy firms, has been named as a finalist for the Mid-tier Firm of the Year at the Accounting Excellence Awards 2026.
Now in its twentieth year, the Accounting Excellence Awards continue to spotlight the most ambitious firms and individuals in accounting, making it the top awards programme for accountants and bookkeepers.
The Mid-tier Firm of the Year category takes a comprehensive look at the strategy of the firm, considering how it benefits clients as well as those who work there.
Competition is fierce with mid-tier firms from across the UK eligible to enter and the shortlist pits MJ Bushell against nine other quality firms.
“Having just completed a generational succession, being shortlisted for such a prestigious award confirms that we are heading in the right direction,” Dan Sayers, Director at MJ Bushell, said. “We have established a leadership team that is committed to growth and embracing new technology to make our work environment better and give our clients more value.”
The firm has experienced significant organic growth following a succession that was managed with such care that nearly every client remained despite the specific individuals with whom they were familiar departing.
“A phrase we often use internally is that we need to aim for constant growth because growth creates opportunity,” said Dan. “That applies to every person in the team as well as the firm as a whole. We want people at all levels across the office to be progressing, because that is what creates the dynamic culture we have and are trying to continue.
“We have taken great care to establish ourselves as a reliable local brand following an office move in 2025 that strengthened our presence in Brentwood.
“We are currently exploring local sponsorship and community opportunities to build on this and the idea that we are now recognised on a national level is truly incredible.”
MJ Bushell has demonstrated to the judging panel how an ethos of growth that centres on client satisfaction and professional development for staff is an effective way of revitalising a firm.
Not content with following trends, the firm has been testing out a variety of software and AI solutions, finding the best fit for specific tasks to ensure that technology fits a purpose rather than being a publicity stunt or fad.
This dedication to engaging with the emerging future of accounting demonstrates the exact type of initiative that the Accounting Excellence Awards has been encouraging since 2006.
Dan added: “The next stage for MJ Bushell is about becoming more scalable, more technology-enabled and more resilient, while protecting the culture and service standards that have driven our success to date.
The winners of the Accounting Excellence Awards will be announced on 30 September at the Roundhouse in Camden, London.
To find out more about the mid-tier firm whose innovative approach secured it a spot on the shortlist, visit MJ Bushell at www.mjbushell.co.uk
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