Melbourne-based CountPlus member O’Brien Accountants & Advisors has acquired the accounting services of another firm.
O’Brien has completed a tuck-in acquisition to gain the accounting services of Hillard O’Donnell and Associates, for a consideration of $570,000.
As part of the transaction, Hillard O’Donnell principal Damian O’Donnell will gain an equity interest in O’Brien under the CountPlus owner-driver, partner model.
CountPlus’ shareholding in O’Brien has remained unchanged from the transaction.
Matthew Rowe, chief executive and managing director at CountPlus, said the deal was a positive result for the respective teams at O’Brien and Hillard O’Donnell.
“There is a natural alignment and cultural fit between O’Brien and Hillard O’Donnell,” Mr Rowe said.
“Both businesses have robust capabilities within their team and strong reputations in their respective communities.”
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