BUSINESSES are being encouraged to put themselves forward for an award in an annual ceremony.

The Nigel Wood Recruitment North-East Accountancy Awards aim to reward the best accountancy and finance firms across the region.

Nominations are now open in a number of categories, with awards for individuals and organisations from accountancy and finance groups as well as public sector organisations and members of recognised professional bodies.

David Bowman, managing consultant of Nigel Wright, said: “These awards see the professional and governing bodies within the finance community come together to celebrate excellence within the discipline.

“The finance function is a key part of the decision making process in any business, and is often an unsung hero, and these awards have always been well supported.”

The awards night takes place in the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead Hotel on June 13.

See accountancyawards.co.uk for more information.