AFP Services Ltd. named ‘Small Medium Enterprise (SME) of the Year’ at prestigious ENGAGE UK and Ireland 2025 Finance Awards
London, UK. 16th October 2025 – AFP Services Ltd., the leading provider of outsourced financial and operational services for SMEs, proudly announces it has been awarded the Small Medium Enterprise (SME) of the Year at the esteemed AICPA & CIMA ENGAGE UK and Ireland 2025 Finance Awards.
The annual awards ceremony, hosted by the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (AICPA & CIMA), celebrates outstanding achievement, innovation, and leadership across the accounting and finance profession.
AFP Services Ltd. was specifically praised for its unified, process-driven back-office model and innovative approach to digitalisation and in-house system development that supports businesses across the SME spectrum, alongside a strong commitment to staff development and cross-departmental training.
Commenting on the winner, John Graham, FCMA, CGMA, CIMA President and Co-Chair of the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants, said:
“The ENGAGE UK & Ireland Awards showcase the very best of the accounting and finance profession – and this year is no exception. What struck me most was the passion and genuine enthusiasm our nominees and winners bring to their work. For them, accounting and finance isn’t just a job – it’s a deeply rewarding vocation that they truly enjoy, and one that takes them places.”
Richard Peel, the Founder of AFP Services Ltd. reflected on the significant achievement:
“While this rich reward recognises the hard work of all of our wonderful team, it is equally a testament to the immense value we create for our clients, whom we have been assisting for more than 20 years. Over time our services have evolved from basic finance department activities to much wider supply chain initiatives, and I am delighted we are still delivering to the highest possible standards.”
This award win solidifies AFP Services Ltd.’s position as a trusted and innovative partner, dedicated to providing the highest calibre services to drive client growth and operational efficiency. The company’s commitment to internal investment and digital innovation ensures its clients benefit from the most effective and future-proofed financial and operational solutions available. This state of the art service can be a critical support for all SMEs, but nowhere is it more important than in the increasing complex FMGC sector.
ENDS