We are pleased to announce our expansion into the South East with Chariot House joining the group, marking our entry into both East Sussex and Essex.

Operating from offices in Brighton and Brentwood, Chariot House supports a wide range of owner-managed businesses with accounts, tax and advisory services. The firm has built a strong reputation for its practical approach and long-standing client relationships across the South Coast and the wider South East.

Chariot House is also recognised for its specialist work in the charity sector and is consistently ranked within the Top 30 charity auditors in the UK, according to the Charity Finance audit survey. The team advises a broad range of charitable organisations, providing audit, governance and financial support to the sector.

This move represents another step in our continued national growth, as we build our presence in key regional markets by partnering with established local firms.

Shaun Knight, CEO at bk plus, said:
“This is an important step for us as we continue to grow our presence across the UK. Expanding into Brighton and Brentwood gives us a strong foothold in the South East and allows us to support businesses across both the South Coast and into Essex.

Chariot House has built a respected firm with strong local relationships. Mark and his team understand the businesses they work with and provide clear, practical advice. They also bring real strength in the charity sector, which adds an important dimension to our wider offering.

We are continuing to build strong local teams in the regions that matter to our clients, supported by the wider expertise of the group.”

Mark Partridge, Partner at Chariot House, added:
“Joining bk plus strengthens what we can offer our clients from day one. We will continue to support businesses across Brighton, Brentwood and the wider region, now with access to broader specialist expertise and additional resource.

It allows us to build on the relationships we have while giving our clients the benefit of being part of a larger national group.”

The Chariot House team will continue to operate from both their Brighton and Brentwood offices as part of bk plus, ensuring continuity for clients across the South East.

Since launching in 2021, we have grown rapidly across the UK, bringing together established regional firms to build a national practice focused on supporting SMEs through local delivery, backed by national expertise.