John provides accountancy and tax services from his office in south Leeds. His practice is part of the AIMS association of independent qualified accountancy practices, effectively a national firm of over 250 partner practices supported by a full time head office team in London. This national strength combined with flexible local support to small and medium sized businesses provides a powerful alternative to traditional high street practices. AIMS accountants do not charge by the hour. Fees are agreed in advance payable by interest free standing orders that benefit a client's cash flow so there are never any surprises.

John has over 23 years of experience in accountancy gained both domestically and internationally (Canada, Grand Cayman, Guernsey) in a wide variety of industries including public practice, insolvency (government and private practice), engineering, commercial finance, private and corporate trust, motor dealerships, franchisor retailer, international joint venture/subsidiaries, banking, charitable board positions (Canada), textile manufacturing, the largest urban day spa in Canada together with its sister training college. John has also lectured to accountancy and trust students in a freelance capacity for BPP Guernsey. This experience allows him to provide valuable insights into most business situations. Any new areas will be supported from knowledge within the existing AIMS network and/or head office. John is an active networker and can connect clients with other professionals where appropriate.

Professional memberships/associations include:

FCCA - Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (John achieved the joint highest mark worldwide in his finals paper Management and Strategy)

CGA - Certified General Accountant, Canada

MCSI - Member of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments

TEP - registered trust practitioner

DipCG - diploma in corporate governance (awarded by the ACCA)

John is currently President of the voluntary ACCA Panel for West Yorkshire and represents the ACCA on the Working Together in Partnership panel discussing national tax issues with HMRC. He was awarded Student of the Year (2009) by STEP Guernsey for achieving the highest pass mark in the Trust Accounts and Administration paper.

Services include:

Accounts preparation

Tax returns (personal and corporate)

Management accounts

Payroll bureau (including CIS returns)

Trust accounts, returns and administration

Inheritance tax planning

VAT returns

Virtual accountancy department

Book keeping

Web based accounting packages

John is very approachable and, consistent with the AIMS concept, enjoys talking with existing and potential clients alike.