DJH Mitten Clarke

What DJH Mitten Clarke does

DJH (formerly DJH Mitten Clarke) is a Top 40 UK accountancy and business advisory group formed from the 2021 merger of DJH and Mitten Clarke, headquartered in Stoke-on-Trent and operating across 15+ regional offices in the West Midlands, East Midlands, North West, Yorkshire, South East and Dublin. The firm, backed by private equity investor Tenzing, has grown to a multidisciplinary team of 750 people through an aggressive roll-up of approximately 20 acquisitions since 2020, targeting owner-managed businesses and mid-market clients across 12 sector specialisms (construction, dental, education, manufacturing, medical, property, professional sports, transport and logistics, and others).

The group's service portfolio spans core compliance (accounts, audit, business and personal tax, payroll, VAT, self-assessment), advisory and transactional work (corporate finance, commercial funding, capital allowances, R&D incentives, Employee Ownership Trust advisory — 30 EOTs advised on, including the Grape Tree deal), specialist lines (estate planning, probate, family investment companies, international services via TIAG/TAGLaw), and an Outsourced Business Services platform delivering bookkeeping, management accounts and forecasting on weekly, monthly or quarterly cadences. Underlying technology is third-party rather than proprietary: Xero (Platinum Partner), Sage, IRIS, KashFlow, CCH OneClick and DTE Document Exchange underpin client delivery, with HubSpot, Zapier and Microsoft Clarity supporting operational and marketing automation.

Revenue is generated through professional service fees across recurring compliance, recurring outsourcing, transactional advisory, and a wealth management revenue share via the DJH Perspective joint venture with Perspective Financial Group (20% referral fee share). Go-to-market is enterprise-field-sales-led through the regional office network, complemented by SEO, Google Ads PPC, LinkedIn Insight, Meta Pixel remarketing, email newsletters and event-based networking. Customer concentration is diffused across sectors; publicly disclosed fee structures are absent, with engagement-specific pricing, 30-day payment terms and optional 12-month direct-debit spreading.

Name

DJH Mitten Clarke

Legal name

DJH Holding Group Limited

Website

https://www.djh.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

DJH (formerly DJH Mitten Clarke) is a UK and Ireland-based Top 40 accountancy and business advisory group serving owner-managed businesses, mid-market clients and individuals across 12 sectors, operating from 15+ regional offices with a 750-person multidisciplinary team.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Accounting & Business Advisory Services

NAICS

Offices of Certified Public Accountants (541211), Management of Companies and Enterprises (5511), Corporate, Subsidiary, and Regional Managing Offices (551114)

akta.pro primary industry

Financial Planning & Analysis Support (Budgeting, Forecasting, Management Reporting) (BPAAAGAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Business Owner & Executive Financial Planning (FSAEAAAO)

Keywords

• Accountancy services
• Business advisory
• Tax planning services
• Audit services
• Corporate finance advisory

Headquarters

HQ city

Stafford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices15 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Accountancy Services: DJH operates as an accountancy and business advisory group delivering comprehensive professional services including accounts preparation, audit, tax compliance, payroll, bookkeeping, management accounts, and business advisory services. Revenue is generated through professional service fees charged to clients for ongoing accountancy, tax, audit, and advisory engagements.
2. Outsourced Business Services: Outsourced finance team services provided on weekly, monthly or quarterly basis, covering day-to-day processing, bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns, payment runs, management accounts, reporting, forecasting and budgeting.
3. Corporate Finance & Transactions: Transaction advisory services including company valuations, M&A advisory, external investment facilitation, business acquisitions support, and Employee Ownership Trust transactions.
4. Wealth Management: Wealth management services delivered through joint venture with DJH Perspective Wealth Management (Perspective Financial Group), covering financial planning and advisory.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

DJH Mitten Clarke is a Top 40 UK accountancy and business advisory firm delivering statutory accounts, audit, corporate and personal tax, corporate finance (including M&A and Employee Ownership Trust transactions), commercial funding, payroll, employment and HR advisory, R&D tax incentives, capital allowances, outsourcing, estate planning and wealth management services to owner-managed businesses, individuals and sector clients (dental, construction, medical, education, legal and others) across the UK and Ireland through 15+ regional offices and a Dublin office.

Product overview

DJH (formerly DJH Mitten Clarke) is a UK and Ireland-based accountancy and business advisory group, recognised as a Top 40 UK firm, offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional services through a multi-office structure spanning the Midlands, North West, Yorkshire, South East, and Dublin. The group's core offering is structured around Business Solutions (accounts, audit, business tax, capital allowances, commercial funding, corporate finance, employment/payroll, R&D incentives, and Strategic IT Support via DJH Tech Partners) and Personal Solutions (personal tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, self-assessment, trusts, wills and estate planning, family tax, family investment companies, and wealth management via the DJH Perspective joint venture). Specialist capabilities include outsourcing, international services via TIAG membership and TAGLaw legal referrals, and sector-specific expertise across twelve industries. The group also provides regulated services including probate (via DJH Estate Planning Limited, ICAEW licensed) and Companies House identity verification as an ACSP. DJH comprises 21 subsidiary entities and has grown to approximately 750 people through an aggressive acquisition strategy of 20 acquisitions since 2020. The group is certified B Corp and positions itself as a technology-enabled human advisory firm.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DJH Perspective Wealth Management: Joint venture with Perspective Financial Group for wealth management services, operating as a trading style of Perspective (North West) Limited.

Products and services

• Accounts Accounts preparation and support services that help owner-managed businesses and other clients get their books in shape, measure what matters, and produce compliant statutory accounts.
• Audit Specialist audit services that go beyond compliance confirmation to provide insights that improve client systems and processes.
• Business Tax Tax planning and compliance services for businesses, covering corporate tax structuring, tax efficiency and ongoing compliance.
• Capital Allowances Identification and claim of capital allowance tax relief on qualifying business expenditure, including commercial property development, delivered through a specialist in-house team.
• Commercial Funding Advisory service connecting businesses with suitable finance providers to support transformation or accelerated growth journeys.
• Corporate Finance Transaction advisory services covering business sales, acquisitions, valuations, raising external investment, M&A support and Employee Ownership Trust transitions.
• Employment Services HR advisory, employment law compliance and workforce planning support covering the full employee lifecycle.
• Payroll Services Payroll processing including payrolling of benefits, payroll management and compliance with Real-Time Information (RTI) requirements.
• R&D Incentives Identification and claim of Research and Development tax reliefs for companies investing in innovation.
• Personal Tax Personal tax planning and compliance services covering self-assessment, capital gains tax and income tax planning for individuals and sole traders.
• Wills and Estate Planning Wills drafting, estate planning and non-contentious probate services delivered through DJH Estate Planning Limited under its ICAEW probate licence.
• Family Tax Tax planning tailored to families, covering trust structures, family investment companies and multi-generational tax planning.
• Wealth Management Financial planning and wealth management services delivered through the DJH Perspective Wealth Management joint venture with Perspective Financial Group.
• Outsourced Business Services Comprehensive outsourced finance function covering bookkeeping, payroll, VAT returns, payment runs, management accounts, reporting, forecasting and budgeting on weekly, monthly or quarterly cycles.
• International Services International business advisory delivered through DJH's TIAG membership and TAGLaw legal referrals, enabling connections to trusted accounting and legal professionals globally.
• Strategic IT Support Strategic IT advisory and technology support delivered through DJH Tech Partners Limited, helping clients with technology strategy, infrastructure and ongoing support.
• Sector Specialisms Dedicated expert advisory teams across twelve key industries: Owner Managed Businesses, Construction and Engineering, Dental, Education, Franchise, Manufacturing, Medical, Opticians, Professional Sports People, Property, Transport and Logistics, and Wholesale and Retail.
• Identity Verification (ACSP Services) Companies House identity verification delivered under DJH's ACSP registration using SmartSearch biometric verification technology, supporting compliance with the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30 EOT transactions advised on
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration13 records

AI capability5 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Forbes DawsoncoreOthers · 1 May 2026Forbes Dawson joined the DJH group in May 2026, bringing Big Four-level tax expertise to strengthen the firm's tax offering.
• Loucas AccountantscoreOthers · 1 April 2026Kent-based accountancy practice Loucas Accountants joined DJH in April 2026, marking DJH's 20th acquisition since 2020 and second deal in the South East. Founded in 1974, Loucas serves owner-managed businesses and has grown from a single-desk operation into a multi-office practice.
• SB&P (recent acquisition)coreOthers · 1 April 2026SB&P joined the DJH group in April 2026, strengthening DJH's presence in the North West region.
• Perspective Financial GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026DJH agreed a joint venture with Perspective Financial Group to create DJH Perspective Wealth Management. The joint venture provides financial planning and wealth management services to DJH clients, with DJH holding partial ownership in DJH Perspective Wealth Management Limited. Fee sharing arrangement for IFA referrals set at 20%.
• Ashgates Accountants (now DJH Derby)coreOthers · 1 October 2025Ashgates Accountants rebranded to DJH Derby in October 2025, expanding DJH's presence in the East Midlands.
• Nicklin Accountants (now DJH Halesowen)coreOthers · 1 September 2025Nicklin Chartered Accountants, with over 90 years of service in the Black Country, rebranded to DJH Halesowen in September 2025 after joining the DJH group.
• Haines Watts Chester, Liverpool and WirralcoreOthers · 1 August 2025DJH acquired three Haines Watts offices in Chester, Liverpool, and Wirral in August/September 2025, accelerating North West expansion. These offices were rebranded to DJH Chester, DJH Liverpool, and DJH Wirral & Chester.
• MSD Accountants (now DJH Ireland)coreOthers · 1 July 2025MSD Accountants in Dublin became DJH's first Irish partnership in July 2025. The firm was rebranded to DJH Ireland in December 2025. This acquisition is part of DJH's strategy to expand its footprint across Ireland.
• McBrides Accountants (now DJH Bexley)coreOthers · 1 April 2025McBrides Accountants, a 53-year-old Kent-based practice with 61 people, joined the DJH group in April 2025. This was DJH's first acquisition in the South East and London market. McBrides rebranded to DJH Bexley in February 2026 following a £200,000 office refurbishment.
• TIAG (The International Accounting Group)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDJH is a member of TIAG - a worldwide alliance of independent accounting firms. Each TIAG member is handpicked based on skills, client dedication, and local market standing. Through TIAG, DJH connects clients with trusted accounting professionals globally. TIAG works closely with TAGLaw for combined accounting and legal expertise worldwide.
• TAGLawcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTAGLaw is an international network of independent law firms that works closely with TIAG. Through this partnership, DJH can connect clients with both accounting and legal expertise wherever needed globally, providing comprehensive international advisory services.
• XerocoreTechnology or IntegrationDJH is a Xero Platinum Partner, providing cloud accounting implementation, advisory, and helpdesk services for Xero software. The firm helps clients select the right Xero packages, ensures smooth implementation, and provides ongoing Xero support as part of its outsourced business services.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Azets: UK and Nordic mid-market accounting and advisory group executing a similar PE-backed roll-up strategy. Closest direct competitor to DJH in size, business mix (accounts, tax, audit, advisory), and acquisition-led growth model.
• MHA (formerly MacIntyre Hudson): UK Top 15 accountancy and advisory group built through consolidation of regional firms, comparable in service breadth (audit, tax, corporate finance, outsourcing) and target client segment (owner-managed and mid-market).
• Moore Kingston Smith: London-anchored mid-tier accountancy and advisory firm serving owner-managed businesses, charities, and professional practices. Overlaps directly with DJH's core OMB and sector specialism positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Crowe UK: Mid-tier audit, tax, and advisory firm and part of the global Crowe network. Competes for similar mid-market clients and sector specialism work (dental, medical, professional services) as DJH.
• RSM UK: Mid-tier audit, tax, and consulting firm serving mid-market UK and international clients. Overlaps with DJH on audit, corporate finance, and outsourcing, but at a larger scale and with broader consulting capability.
• Mazars UK: International mid-tier audit and advisory firm with UK presence. Competes for owner-managed and mid-market engagements, including cross-border work that DJH handles via TIAG.
• BDO UK: Large mid-tier audit, tax, and advisory firm serving UK mid-market and listed clients. Comparable on corporate finance and sector specialisms; broader scale than DJH.
• Grant Thornton UK: Mid-tier audit and advisory firm serving mid-market and listed UK clients. Comparable on audit, tax, and corporate finance offerings, though at a meaningfully larger scale.

Regional players

• PM+M (Parkinson Mercer Myers): North West England-based accountancy and advisory firm with comparable services (accounts, audit, tax, wealth, corporate finance). Direct regional competitor to DJH's North West offices.

Emerging players

• Evelyn Partners: UK wealth management and professional services group with accountancy and advisory arms. Comparable on personal tax, wealth management, and owner-managed advisory segments where DJH competes via DJH Perspective.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries23 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A8 records

Investments

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