Global accounting network UHY has strengthened its presence in Portugal adding Lisbon based audit and advisory firm André Graça & Associados as a full member, marking a strategic move to deepen its footprint in Southern Europe. The integration reflects UHY’s broader focus on expanding in key economic regions while enhancing its ability to support clients with international operations. The Lisbon firm will immediately begin operating under the UHY name, aligning its services and identity with the global network as it enters a new phase of growth and cross border collaboration.
Founded in 2009, André Graça & Associados has developed a strong presence across Lisbon, Porto and Ponta Delgada in the Azores, building a diversified client base that spans multiple industries. The firm provides advisory and audit services to sectors including hospitality, manufacturing, real estate, retail and technology, with a growing focus on startups, private equity management companies and investment funds. Its expansion into the UHY network is expected to enhance its ability to serve clients with complex international requirements while maintaining its established domestic expertise.
Leadership remains under managing partner Paulo Gil André, supported partners Vania Graça and Tiago Dias, who have collectively driven the firm’s steady development over the past decade. André highlighted that joining the global network represents a significant milestone for the company’s long term strategy, noting that it will allow the firm to expand its capabilities while delivering stronger value to clients operating across multiple jurisdictions. The leadership team also emphasized their commitment to contributing to UHY’s international ambitions through deeper collaboration and shared expertise.
The firm is already actively engaged with other UHY member practices on cross border assignments, including partnerships with offices in Spain, Brazil and the United Kingdom. These collaborations demonstrate the growing demand for integrated financial and advisory services that can support businesses operating in multiple markets. Legal services associated with the firm will continue to be provided through its affiliated law practice, ensuring continuity for clients requiring both financial and legal expertise within Portugal.
UHY’s leadership has positioned the move as part of a wider strategy to strengthen its capabilities in high growth markets and improve service delivery for globally focused clients. The addition of André Graça & Associados is expected to reinforce the network’s presence in the Iberian region, offering expanded support for international business activity. As competition intensifies within the global accounting sector, firms are increasingly prioritizing strategic partnerships and network expansion to meet evolving client demands and navigate complex regulatory environments.
