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Damien’s all about support. Whether that’s supporting clients to grow their businesses. Supporting his team to grow their own talents. Or supporting day-to-day operations at Williamson & Croft with creative new thinking. 

And he’s not short of support to share – with a wealth of experience in mid-size accountancy firms and banks, all the latest tech and accountancy innovation know-how and a keen eye for business problem solving.

Daniel has been advising clients for almost 20 years, covering accountancy, tax and transactions, he’s hugely experienced. He heads up our advisory services and takes the lead on strategy at Williamson & Croft. 

Personable, professional, and full of practical, commercial advice, Daniel has a vast network covering private equity, financial institutions, and other professionals ready to assist clients.

Tor is Head of our Audit and Assurance services and has more than 20 years of specialist experience in Audit, Forensic Accounting and Financial Due Diligence. 

With a breadth of experience across business sectors and leading complex group audits, Tor is well equipped to assist businesses with their audit requirements.

John is a Consultant based at our Liverpool office and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1989 whilst with the international firm Coopers & Lybrand.

He is hands on with clients, from subcontractors to the larger groups of national companies.

With us since 2021 Ryan’s brilliant payroll and advisory services support clients of all shapes, sizes and complexity.

The key to a great payroll service? Ryan’s close client relationships and an in-depth understanding of exactly how each business runs… and wants to run.

Emily is based at our Liverpool office and began her career in accounting in the shipping industry in 2012. 

She has a very broad range of experience in all aspects of accountancy and general taxation. 

Simon is an Assistant Manager in our Accountancy Services department. He has worked in the Accountancy sector for 10 years starting as an Accounts Assistant at a property company before moving into public practice. He joined Williamson & Croft in December 2021.

Simon prides himself on building relationships and working with clients to understand how their business operates. Seeking out opportunities to add value and automate processes where possible through the use of Cloud technology.

Emma is based at our Liverpool office and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in December 2019 after obtaining a degree in Accounting and Finance back in June 2012.

Les is our Tax Director and has been a Chartered Tax Advisor for over 10 years, and has worked in the wider Accountancy and Tax profession for the last 20, with a wide range of experience advising both personal and corporate clients across the whole range of their tax affairs.

Les has a particular interest in advising on acquisitions, disposals, and reconstructions of companies, where he can advise on the tax implications, while having a wider view of the commercial realities of the transaction, as well as Tax Due Diligence services, supporting both exiting and incoming owners of companies with their wider financial goals.

Jen has played a key role in our firm’s growth since 2018 and is now Head of Operations. 

Calm, composed, and super creative she applies her many talents across finance, IT, compliance, process management, and the development of internal systems and controls.

A graduate of the W&C ‘class of 17’, Taylor’s a familiar face to most new clients, supporting many of them with accountancy and tax needs.

Very much a people person, with a clear understanding of the challenges clients face, Taylor is quick to build strong relationships. He also runs our Professional Partners Network.

Pavel joined Williamson & Croft to grow and develop the R&D Tax Credit service line, provide full R&D tax advice, support clients in-house, and diversify the service offering. With in-depth knowledge of the R&D legislation and extensive experience, Pavel is able to support R&D claims for all industries and company sizes.

Pavel has managed several successful teams at R&D boutique firms and accountancy practices for the last 5 years and has completed and overseen hundreds of successful R&D claims, as well as handled HMRC compliance checks and enquiries. Pavel graduated with a law degree and, prior to moving into the R&D industry, worked in corporate governance servicing a range of medium enterprises and large multinational groups.

Joe manages our Accountancy Services department. Having worked in the Audit and Accountancy sector upon graduating in 2013, he joined Williamson & Croft in December 2020, and has a wealth of experience working with clients from a wide range or sectors

Joe plays a key role in the development of the Accountancy Services team, while also building strong relationships with clients, aiming to improve performance and identify planning opportunities. He has recently spoken at property networking events, giving specialist advice to the sector.

Jade is our Office Manager, since joining she has been integral to the day to day running of the firm.

With over 10 years’ experience in Business Support, Jade has a wealth of knowledge that she brings to the company. Jade also leads on People and Culture here at Williamson & Croft, and is passionate about creating a culture that supports our core values.

Kieran is our Audit Director and has worked in the Audit and Accountancy sector since 2010. Kieran has a has a wide range of experience working with clients from various industries and ranging sizes.

He enjoys building relationships with clients, understanding how they operate, and prides himself on adding value to their business. He has experience of working with Groups of Companies, controls testing and Solicitors Accounts Rules audits.