The Team

Robert Boulton

Robert is the proprietor and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1992 having trained with a top 20 UK firm.

He has very extensive knowledge of owner managed businesses and draws on this knowledge on a daily basis to advise clients on a wide range of commercial issues.  Being responsible for the running of the practice he ensures all staff work to the highest standards in providing a first class service to clients.

Craig Belsey

Craig joined the practice after his degree and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2007.  His IT skills combined with his accountancy knowledge enables him to troubleshoot for clients and help with all bookkeeping and processing issues your staff may have.

Tracey Bates

Tracey joined the practice in September 2007 and has particular skills in SAGE and other accounting software packages.  She helps clients with VAT Returns and general bookkeeping problems.  Tracey previously worked in Industry and is familiar with day to day processing.

John Locks

John is a qualified Chartered Accountant and is a tax consultant who heads the Tax department.  He has been involved with the practice over 20 years and has a wide range of experience and knowledge.  Modern software and regular courses ensure that he is always up to date with tax saving ideas and solutions for all our clients, as well as ensuring standard paperwork on your behalf is filed efficiently and timely.

Ruth Boulton

Ruth is a qualified hotel accountant (BAHA) and joined the practice in 2004 having been financial controller at Hanbury Manor and other hotel chains for many years.  She heads the payroll bureau and has vast experience in SAGE payroll and dealing with common payroll questions.