Lancaster accountants win national award for third consecutive year

A Lancaster-based firm of accountants is celebrating winning a major industry award for the third year in a row.

ICS Accounting took home the title of Best Contractor Accountancy at the national Contracting Awards, at a ceremony held in London.

Exceptional performance, excellent compliance accreditations, positive customer feedback and strong word of mouth recommendations secured them finalist places in three categories, putting them up against leading providers from across the contracting and financial services sector.

“To win three years running is such a buzz!" said Helen Callaghan, HR manager.

"It was a fabulous evening, and great to see so many people from our sector all supporting and celebrating each other.

Colin Thompson, ICS Accounting Managing Director, said: “With intense competition and scrutiny, to win Best Contractor Accountancy for the third year running is incredible, and fantastic recognition for the team.

“We’re so proud to represent the strength and quality of the North West business community to a national audience of industry leaders and experts.”

Judges praised the firm’s exceptional client feedback, highest levels of compliance accreditation, staff investment, and notable customer-focussed approach, resulting in sector-leading service and loyalty.

The firm also reached the finals for Best Umbrella Company and Best Umbrella Company Service categories at the awards, held at the Park Plaza London Riverbank on September 30.

The company, founded in 2002 and based on Mannin Way in Lancaster, has been finalists at the awards every year since 2019.