Paul Hayes
5 days ago
Business

Grant Thornton bolsters West Midlands practice with key Audit Partner appointment

Leading business and financial adviser Grant Thornton UK LLP has promoted Sreekanth Gaddamanugu to Audit Partner, reinforcing its commitment to growth and excellence in the West Midlands. 

Sreekanth Gaddamanugu

Based in Birmingham, Sreekanth specialises in mid-market audit and will lead the continued growth of the Birmingham Private Audit business, building on the strong foundation of the Private Capital audit team. He brings extensive experience working with both large listed companies and mid-market businesses, both in the UK and internationally, with particular expertise in India. 

Sreekanth has an in-depth understanding of a range of sectors. His promotion forms part of a broader investment strategy in the firm's operations and talent development across the West Midlands. 

Sreekanth Gaddamanugu, Audit Partner at Grant Thornton UK LLP, said: 

"I'm looking forward to working with clients to discuss their growth ambitions, highlighting how high-quality audit can play a part in achieving them, providing them with valuable insights to help them achieve their overarching goals. A large part of my role will also be to drive further growth of our audit portfolio across our chosen markets, providing our talented team with opportunities for professional development. 

“A core focus for me will be to continue fostering an inclusive environment for our team to grow, focusing on Grant Thornton's culture of personal relationships and commitment to quality." 

Matt Buckingham, Practice Lead for Grant Thornton in the Midlands, said: 

"Sreekanth's promotion to Audit Partner highlights his exceptional expertise, dedication, and the value he brings to both our firm and clients. His deep understanding of the mid-market sector and international experience make him an outstanding addition to our partner group. 

"This appointment reflects our ongoing investment in talent and our commitment to providing top-tier services to businesses across the West Midlands. Sreekanth's leadership will be instrumental in driving our continued growth and success in the region, particularly in strengthening our private capital audit capabilities."