About Us
Colin Richardson ICPA (Director)
Colin founded the firm in 1985 after working as a consultant to one of the UK’s leading international accountancy firm’s and still maintains an active role today. His career has spanned several countries including extensive periods in Kenya (consultant with the hospitality industry and overseas investment) and Austria (acquisitions, disposals and corporate investment).
Colin Richardson Accountants have clients predominantly in the UK but we have developed and maintain relationships with clients around the world.
Colin Richardson Accountants can boast that very few of our clients ever move onto pastures new…some of our clients have been with us since the firm commenced trading and a large percentage of the current client base have been with us since their own commencement in business.
Colin prides himself on offering an approach that is refreshing and provides the client the opportunity to just ‘pop in’ and chat with us about all things accountancy and taxation through our walk-in tax shop facility. Of course it is not just Colin, he is joined by his much appreciated, experienced and highly motivated professional team:
Scott Chapman ICPA (Director/Practice Manager)
Scott is the practice manager and, as well as overseeing general office matters, also heads the firm’s successful Walk In Tax Shop service where clients, new and existing, may informally visit the office to discuss any matters with which they are concerned.
Scott also oversees the payroll bureau, providing clients with an efficient service that helps take the administrative burden, stress and worry out of employing staff.
Scott also has his own portfolio of incorporated and unincorporated clients.
Scott has been with the firm since April 2000.
Steven Bajor FMAAT AATQB BSc (Director)
Steven joined us in August 2014 and takes charge of and is developing our corporate client department incorporating preparation of company accounts, corporation tax and management accounts as well as other areas of accounting and taxation.
Jayne Brooks
Jayne is your first contact for the Walk In Tax Shop providing a friendly and attentive personal service. Feel free to call Jayne at any time to arrange an appointment with any of the firm’s tax advisors.
As well as overseeing the administrative aspects of running a busy accountancy practice, Jayne is also assistant to our payroll bureau that services our client’s payroll requirements.
Jayne has been with Colin Richardson Accountants since October 2000.
Paul Barkway
Paul is the longest standing member of Colin’s team, being a valued member since 1993.
Paul now provides a consultancy service to the practice and continues to advise clients in all areas of accounting and taxation.
Dean Jackson MAAT
Dean joined us in June 2015 and became a member of the AAT in 2023. Dean completes accounts, taxation and VAT workings and currently has a significant role in the bookkeeping and management accounting/reporting for a building company client.
Toni Cooper
Toni has brought a great deal of experience and knowledge to our dedicated and ever expanding payroll department since joining in September 2015. Toni operates the payroll bureau dealing with all payroll matters and CIS Returns. Toni is well versed in all matters regarding payroll, CIS and, since the introduction of Auto Enrolment, has been instrumental in ensuring clients meet their staging date and Auto Enrolment obligations.
Lee Whitworth MSci
Lee very quickly found his feet when he joined us in June 2021 and is currently studying for his ACCA qualification. He has become a knowledgeable and valued member of our team and takes responsibility for preparation of draft accounts, tax workings and VAT preparation.
Should you wish to contact any member of staff please do so via the contact us page.