RA Accountants Director Riz Akhtar was nominated for Financial Advisor of the Year at the Dentist Times Power List Awards 2026, recognising the firm’s growing involvement in the dental sector and its commitment to supporting dental practice owners.

The awards, held on 15^th October at the London Marriott Grosvenor Square, brought together professionals from across the dental community to celebrate the individuals and businesses contributing to the development of the sector. For RA Accountants, the nomination was a proud moment and an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of a community the firm works closely with.

Recognition within the dental sector

Although Riz did not take home the award, being nominated alongside respected professionals was an achievement the team was delighted to celebrate. RA Accountants works with dental practice owners and groups at different stages of their business journey, from acquiring their first practice to improving profitability, expanding operations and preparing for an eventual sale.

The nomination reflects the firm’s continued commitment to understanding the financial and commercial challenges facing the dental profession.

Riz Akhtar, Director at RA Accountants, commented:

“It was a real honour to be nominated for Financial Advisor of the Year and to see RA Accountants recognised alongside so many talented individuals and businesses within the dental sector. Although we didn’t take home the award this year, being recognised among such a strong group of professionals is something I’m very proud of. It’s a privilege to work alongside ambitious dental practice owners and be part of a community that continues to evolve and support one another.”

Celebrating the dental community

Attending the awards alongside Abdul Hafeez was also an opportunity to reconnect with friends and professional contacts, celebrate their achievements and meet others working across dentistry.

Congratulations to Paul Graham of Christie & Co, winner of Deal Maker of the Year, alongside Zara Doyle of Bupa Dental Care UK, Hannah Haines of Christie & Co, Charlotte Low of Colosseum Dental Group, Karan Farmah of House of Dental, Kunal Thakker of Tooth Club, Harry Gill of Envisage Dental, Nilesh Pandya of mydentist and Daniel Saleem of London Dental Centre.

Congratulations to all the other winners and nominees who were recognised throughout the evening.

Our thanks go to Dentist Times, Theo and the wider organising team for bringing together so many people from across the profession.

Continuing our commitment to dentistry

For RA Accountants, specialist dental accounting is about much more than preparing annual accounts and managing tax obligations. From financial forecasting and cash-flow management to practice acquisitions, funding and growth planning, the firm works alongside owners to support the commercial decisions that shape their businesses.

The nomination is an encouraging milestone, reinforcing RA’s commitment to the dental community and the relationships it continues to build across the sector.

Discover how our specialist team supports dental practice owners: Dental Accounting and Advisory Services