BUSINESS advisers Cowgills has appointed Nilesh Modhvadia as audit director in its rapidly growing audit and advisory team based in Bolton.

Nilesh, aged 31, joins from ASE Global, prior to which he was employed by Baker Tilly (now RSM) and will assume a senior role in the 30-strong audit team led by partner Stuart Stead.

The firm, which provides audit, tax, business advisory and accountancy services to SME clients across the North West from its bases in both Bolton and Manchester, has experienced rapid growth and is expanding its teams across the board.

Commenting on Nilesh’s appointment Stuart Stead said: “Nilesh joins Cowgills at a time of unprecedented growth for the company and will be instrumental in developing our audit function.

"He has a strong track record of supporting businesses nationally and his experience in providing audit services and strategic advice to clients is second to none. He’s a great addition to the team.”

Nilesh is making a return to his home town Bolton where he studied at Bolton School sixth form followed by graduating from the University of Salford.

He added: “I’m delighted to be joining Cowgills at such an exciting time and working with many of the superb local businesses they support.

"The company has a strong reputation in the North West with clear plans for growth and development and it’s great to be part of the team.”