We’re delighted to share some fantastic news from the global accounting community. DFK International has been awarded Association of the Year at the 2025 International Accounting Awards, and as a proud Independent Member Firm, we wanted to take a moment to explain what this recognition means and how it benefits our clients.
The Association of the Year recognition reflects something we’ve experienced first-hand as DFK members, which is the exceptional quality of collaboration that happens across borders every day.
What is DFK International?
DFK International is a global alliance of accounting firms that operates quite differently from the traditional “Big Four” model. Rather than being a single multinational corporation, it brings together independently owned and managed accounting firms from over 30 countries, with more than 430 offices worldwide. Each member firm maintains its independence while benefiting from the collective expertise and resources of the entire network.
What makes DFK International particularly effective is its embedded culture of cohesion and trust. It is the foundation that allows managing partners from different countries to collaborate through exclusive executive forums, share best practices through professional special interest groups, and participate in industry-leading development programmes.
Contributing to the DFK International community
We’re particularly proud that our Private Client Partner, Michaela Lamb, serves as chair of DFK International’s Women in Leadership Group. This initiative encourages female inclusion and progression within DFK International, with members providing their expertise and knowledge to support the development of colleagues across the network. Michaela’s involvement reflects the collaborative spirit that’s central to how the alliance operates, with members working together to strengthen the entire alliance.
How our DFK International membership benefits you
As a DFK International Independent Member Firm, Gravita can offer our clients something that purely local firms cannot – access to trusted professionals in virtually every corner of the world. When your business expands internationally, encounters cross-border tax issues, or needs expertise in foreign jurisdictions, we can connect you directly with DFK colleagues who understand both the local regulations and your specific needs.
Our relationships other DFK International firms are built on shared standards of excellence and ongoing collaboration. When we introduce you to a colleague in Singapore, Frankfurt or São Paulo, you are working with professionals who already understand our approach and your expectations.
Looking forward
This award recognition reinforces our confidence in the DFK model and our commitment to providing you with both local expertise and global reach. As DFK continues to expand its global footprint, we’re excited about the enhanced opportunities this will create for our clients.
Congratulations to all our DFK International colleagues worldwide. This shared success reflects the collaborative spirit that makes our international alliance so effective, and ultimately, so valuable to the clients we serve.
