Mercia partners with Thomson Reuters to enhance Cloud Audit Suite methodology for UK auditors

UK auditors will be able to access methodology from both Mercia and Thomson Reuters to support compliance

Leicester, 14 May 2025 – Mercia Group, a leading provider of audit methodology, compliance and CPD training to the accountancy profession, has today announced a new partnership with global content and technology company Thomson Reuters.

This strategic collaboration represents a significant advancement in audit technology, seamlessly integrating Mercia’s comprehensive methodology directly into Thomson Reuters Cloud Audit Suite platform. UK auditors will now benefit from access to both companies’ methodologies, supporting compliance with the UK’s rigorous audit quality standards.

The enhanced Cloud Audit Suite will feature seven specialised Mercia content sets, delivering a robust toolkit that includes industry-specific guides and customisable templates designed to streamline audit workflows while maintaining exceptional quality.

This new partnership means that making the move to Cloud Audit Suite has never been easier with increased flexibility and easier user transition.

Victoria Kelly, Managing Director of Mercia Group, said: “Mercia’s audit methodology has been trusted by the market for over three decades. Our partnership with Thomson Reuters demonstrates our continued commitment to provide leading edge solutions for clients in the UK and internationally. We’re excited about the transformative impact this will have for our shared client base.”

Dave Wyle, General Manager of Audit at Thomson Reuters, commented: “This partnership demonstrates our unwavering commitment to equipping auditors with the best, cutting-edge technology that helps ensure compliance with constantly evolving audit quality standards. By incorporating Mercia's widely respected methodology within our cloud-based solution, we’re revolutionising how UK auditors approach compliance while significantly enhancing their operational efficiency.”

Industry professionals can experience the enhanced Cloud Audit Suite featuring Mercia's methodology at Accountex London 2025, an event for accountancy and finance professionals, taking place from 14-15 May at Excel London.

About Mercia

Mercia is one of the leading providers of training and support services to the UK & Ireland accountancy profession.

For over 40 years, Mercia has been provided all sizes of accountancy, tax and audit firms with a diverse range of high-quality products and services that suit their individual needs, so that the firm can focus on their clients. Headquartered in Leicester, with offices in Ireland, Plymouth and London, Mercia is passionate about achieving excellence and helping firms to maximise the value they receive from using our products and services.

About Thomson Reuters

Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organisations need to make the right decisions. The company serves professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Its products combine highly specialised software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.

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