About Scrutton Bland
Listening, advising, talking, guiding and working with you to grow and nurture your wealth.
For more than a century, Scrutton Bland has grown from two post‑war start‑ups into one of the region’s most respected professional services groups. Our story began in 1919, when Alfred Scrutton and Francis Goodchild established their firm in Ipswich, and Bland Fielden opened its doors in Colchester the very same year, both created to meet the financial needs of people rebuilding their lives after the First World War.
A Trusted Accountancy Company.
Over the decades that followed, these independent practices evolved, expanded and eventually came together, forming the foundation of the modern Scrutton Bland Group. Today, our long history of mergers, innovation and client‑focused service continues to shape who we are and how we support businesses and individuals across the region, now as part of the Sumer group.
About us
Forward-thinking, friendly, personal and impartial.
Honest, impartial advice driven by careful attention to clients’ needs is what’s guided us ever since we opened our doors in 1919. You’ll appreciate how our experience, insights and sector-specific knowledge all combine to help us provide you with advice that’s relevant today, but also helps your plan for your future.
We’re proudly part of the Sumer Group.
We’re a top 12 UK accountancy firm.
1400+ clients use cloud accounting software.
We are proud members of GGI global alliance.
Our Vision
Our Vision is “To be the guardian of our clients’ financial futures and personal aspirations.”
Our Mission
Our Mission is “To combine in-depth expertise with genuine empathy to provide a personal service to clients, acting as stewards for their growth, stability and success. We empower clients to make informed decisions and achieve their goals, whether business or private.”
Our Values
And our values are…
1.
We shine together.
We celebrate everyone’s individuality and work as one team
2.
We do the right thing.
We act with kindness, fairness and integrity in everything we do.
3.
We make it count.
We’re quietly brave as we make a difference, every day, for our clients and communities.
Scrutton Bland is proudly part of the Sumer Group.
In 2024, Scrutton Bland became part of Sumer – a collaboration of the best regional accountancy practices with a shared vision to champion local small to medium-sized enterprises. By bringing together the best in business services, Sumer retains the value that community-based practices offer and combines this with the scale, breadth of expertise and technologies that only a national organisation can muster.
The Team
Meet the team.
Our friendly, professional team brings together accountants, auditors, tax advisers, corporate finance specialists and business advisers, along with a broad range of additional expertise to support your goals.
Sectors
Specialist fields.
With decades of experience, we’ve gained deep insight into a wide range of industries and sectors, along with extensive expertise across all areas of professional services. Whether you need support with business accounts, audits, or planning your future tax strategy, we’re here to help you move confidently toward your goals.
Locations
With offices in Bury St Edmunds, Colchester, Ipswich, and Norwich we’re close enough for personal meetings with clients from anywhere across the East of England. Got something on your mind? We’ll be happy to listen and give you our thoughts.
Careers
Looking for a career at Scrutton Bland?
We’re always looking for great people to join our team, help us grow and assist our clients in achieving their goals. If you think your values align to ours, please get in touch – we’d love to hear from you. Click below to see current vacancies, If you can’t see a role that you want to apply for right now, register your interest here.
