Following the recent admission of member firms in Uruguay and El Salvador, RSM International, one of the world’s largest global accountancy networks, has admitted Nicaraguan firm Solis Ibarra & Asociados to the network. The new appointment further strengthens RSM International’s client offering in Latin America, where the network also has member firms in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Venezuela and correspondents in other countries.

Solis Ibarra & Asociados is based in Nicaragua’s capital city, Managua, and provides local and international businesses and investors with audit and assurance services, risk management, transaction support and tax services.

The firm’s founder, Freddy Solís Ibarra, is responsible for all strategic and operational activities at the firm, and provides advisory and consulting services to clients, ranging from small businesses to larger companies with an international presence. Freddy Solís Ibarra was previously Director of Audit of the Comptroller General of the Republic of Nicaragua and is currently President of the College of Chartered Accountants in Nicaragua.

Jean Stephens, CEO, RSM International said, “This is an exciting time for Latin America, as large global businesses are competing to invest in the different growth markets across the continent. I am delighted to welcome Solis Ibarra & Associates to the RSM International network. The firm will add real value for clients considering business in the region.”