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Michael Barton

Director BSc BFP FCA
Rebecca Bradshaw

Director BSc (Hons) BFP FCA
Nick Smith

Consultant BA (Hons) FCCA
Chloe Greenbank

Director BA (Hons) FCCA
Alison Southworth

Manager FCCA FMAAT
Ian Sergeant

Senior Manager FCCA
Lucy Shepherd

Manager ACA
Sarah Cuerden

Senior Accountant Bsc (Hons) ACA
Liv Bass

Senior Accountant ACA
Stephanie Monks

Payroll Administrator
Sue McFadyen

Administrator
Ruth Bagot

Junior Accountant BA (Hons)
Natasha Atkinson

Junior Accountant
Ollie Frimston

Trainee Accountant
Mitchell Kos

Trainee Accountant
Daniel Abram

Trainee Accountant

“I appointed Rotherham Taylor to be my business accountants to compile my first Annual Accounts, and also do my personal tax return. They were really helpful, responsive to any queries I had and have been very supportive with any ad-hoc matters I have needed advice on. Really approachable and highly recommended.”

Greer Epton

Articulate Law Limited

“Good working relationship”

Wayne Platt

Adelphi SD Limited

“We have been with Rotherham Taylor Accountants for many years and I would describe the team as extremely professional, thorough, concise & friendly. Always happy to help and ready to go an extra mile to assist us with anything we need help with. Very informative and excellent in explaining complicated accountancy matters in simple and understandable way. Would certainly recommend to anyone.”

“I have dealt with Rotherham Taylor for many years and have enjoyed a professional service from them at all times. They offer sound advice and are always quick to respond to queries. I would recommend Rotherham Taylor to all sizes of business.”

Alan Durney

“An invaluable asset to our company. Having relocated our family business from London to the North West we were delighted to be recommended to Rotherham Taylor, who have proved to be an invaluable asset to our company for the last 10 years.”

“Efficient and helpful service. Excellent newsletter with current information on tax etc.”

Sara Keegan

“Excellent professional service, friendly staff and always on hand to help, making running your business much more productive.”

Mark Coleman

Coleman Classic Cars Ltd

“Excellence service dealing with my last minute self assessment, very professional, can’t recommend highly enough, and will continue to use them in the future.”

Lee Spencer

“Really excellent firm of accountants with an extremely competent and efficient staff and where nothing is too much trouble. Highly recommend.”

Simon King

“I’ve worked with Rotherham Taylor for over 10 years, and they’ve been an outstanding partner throughout my business journey. Their team is professional, proactive, and consistently dependable — offering not just accountancy services, but real strategic support. They’ve helped me navigate multiple ventures, restructures, and the ever-changing landscape of business and tax with calm, clarity, and expertise. It’s rare to find a firm that combines technical precision with genuine care for their clients, but Rotherham Taylor does exactly that. I couldn’t recommend them more highly.“

Tarek Gjonnes

“Great company been using them for over 30 years.”

Richard Green

“We’re delighted with Rotherham Taylor. We wouldn’t want use to anyone else, the whole team are so knowledgeable and supportive and will go above and beyond to help.”

Neil Butler

With Healthcare Limited

“Excellent service from professional staff that know what they are doing. Willing to go the extra mile and keep you updated on progress of your tax return.”

L Iddon

“We have struggled to find an accountant that will take the time to understand our community business, and walk/ talk us through improving our current methods. These guys have been amazing in catering for our personal needs and addressing any worries we have”

Wot Wud U Do

“We have been working with RT Accountants for nearly 2 years and have always been impressed with their efficiency, professionalism and friendliness of staff.”

Alexander Badalyan

Mashroom Ltd

“I approached Rebecca at Rotherham Taylor after finding myself in a bit of a pickle, “accidentally” starting a decent business and letting the accounts get further into disarray. Things were explained in clear terms, what I feel was the best advice given, and their help plus a little graft means I’m all caught up. I’m confident I’ll be using them going forward as the business develops. Thanks guys!”

Andrew Devlin

“Professional, friendly service. Most helpful, with quick responses to emails.”

Alison Stevenson

“Rotherham Taylor provide a good service”

Darren Greenhalgh

DDB Enterprises Limited

“Rebecca and the Team have been great with everything i’ve needed, very helpful and professional, would highly recommend.“

Jack Henshaw

I have been very impressed with Rotherham Taylor who have been very knowledgeable, responsive and professional whilst completing my tax return.

Chris Elliott

“They are efficient, fair and honest and go beyond what a traditional accountant would do”

May Al-Karooni

Globechain (UK) Limited

“Rebecca at Rotherham Taylor has been looking after my tax affairs for over 12 months now after a colleague recommended the firm. She helped me navigate the tax system as I moved my business to the EU. Communication has been clear, quick and helpful. I never feel like any question I ask is too small or too stupid. She is professional and friendly. I highly recommend Rotherham Taylor.”

Hawys Morgan

“Highly recommended. I’ve been using Rotherham Taylor for my tax returns for 13 years or so now and I wouldn’t want it any other way.”

Damian Naylor

“Exactly what a growing business needs! We have had the pleasure of working with Rotherham Taylor, since our company was incorporated in 2013. They have been absolutely brilliant to work with on all levels. Very professional, supportive and hands on.”

“Always very responsive, helpful and know the answers to any of my problem or question (and I tend to ask a lot of them). Rotherham Taylor is the one who you can trust.”

Bartek

“Have been working together with Rotherham Taylor for over 5 years and it’s been a pleasure since day 1. They offer fantastic service, are always very friendly and easy to deal with, are always reliable, and love how I can count on them to help out with any number of accounting issues that come up during our operations. Would highly recommend!”

Sean Hughes

“Really great service, very knowledgable and fast to respond. Great network as well, able to help recommend specialists where needed.”

Felix Hodson

Decided to move both my personal and business tax affairs across to Rotherham Taylor around 4 years or so now and have not looked back since. From day one….. Rebecca, Tasha and team have been so helpful, conscientious & efficient for all my relevant tax needs & affairs, along with great communcation throughout all processes as well (whether that be in person, via emails or phonecalls). Would strongly recommend and advocate for all your accounting needs…….. for personal and business requirements. Thank you for your excellent service to date, very much appreciated.

David Booth

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Michael Barton

Director BSc BFP FCA

The founding director of RT, Michael spends the majority of his time outside the office, actively managing a portfolio of clients and utilising the knowledge he has amassed over the last 30 years to provide strategic advice and support.

In his various roles, Michael has enjoyed helping clients define and then achieve their strategic options.

Outside of the office, Michael is an automotive historian and a committed bibliophile. He is the founder of niche publishing company Butterfield Press, and author of several automotive-related books. He is the Chairman of The W O Bentley Memorial Foundation.

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Rebecca Bradshaw

Director BSc (Hons) BFP FCA

Rebecca joined RT in 2004 as a trainee accountant, qualifying as an ACA in 2007 and then FCA in 2018. She oversees the day-to-day management of RT’s clients as well as concentrating on business development.

She helps clients not only negotiate their compliance responsibilities but to consider their longer-term goals and work through any challenges they may present.

Rebecca enjoys spending time with her two young children and loves reading, running and binge-watching trash TV.

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Nick Smith

Consultant BA (Hons) FCCA

Nick started working with RT in 2013 after spending the last 15 years working in larger tier firms. Nick specialises in Audit, Assurance and Corporate Finance, working with some of RT’s international clients.

He says that the most enjoyable parts of his role are the variety of work that he undertakes and working with like-minded colleagues.

In his leisure time, Nick says he seems to spend most of the time walking his Labrador puppy.

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Chloe Greenbank

Director BA (Hons) FCCA

Chloe joined RT in 2010 as a trainee accountant, successfully completing the ACCA qualification in 2013. Chloe works with some of our more diverse clients such as charities and legal practices. She is also heavily involved in business development.

She enjoys working with individuals and businesses to help achieve their goals, as well as assisting companies to grow from a start-up to a successful business.

Outside of work, she is a Brownie leader, watches Preston North End, enjoys city breaks and socialising, especially with a glass of wine.

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Alison Southworth

Manager FCCA FMAAT

Alison joined the firm in 2022. Her favourite part of the job is working with limited companies on tax and keeping up with changes in legislation. Outside of work she has completed several Pretty Muddy events for Cancer Research. She also enjoys going out on horse rides with her daughter.

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Ian Sergeant

Senior Manager FCCA

Ian joined RT in 2007 as a trainee accountant, successfully completing his AAT qualification and then the ACCA qualification in 2014.

As well as providing accounts and tax services, Ian spends a significant amount of time assisting his portfolio of clients with the preparation of monthly management reports.

He also enjoys working with the trainees and helping them develop their knowledge.

Away from the office, Ian enjoys socialising with friends, watching sports and trying to keep fit by running.

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Lucy Shepherd

Manager ACA

Lucy joined RT in 2013 and qualified as an ACA in 2019. She works with a portfolio of clients supporting them with accounts and tax matters. She also is the point of contact for many international clients assisting them with their UK reporting requirements.

She enjoys working closely with Stephanie to ensure the payroll function runs smoothly as well as working with a wide range of clients and seeing them succeed and grow.

During her spare time she enjoys socialising, exercise classes, running and spending time with her dog, Nellie.

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Sarah Cuerden

Senior Accountant Bsc (Hons) ACA

Sarah joined RT in 2019 as a trainee accountant, qualifying as an ACA in 2024. Sarah works with a range of clients helping to prepare VAT returns, accounts and tax returns.

As a senior accountant Sarah is enthusiastic about her role, saying she enjoys the fact that each day she is learning new skills.

Sarah enjoys spending time with her family and friends and visiting the Lake District for long walks and pub lunches.

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Liv Bass

Senior Accountant ACA

Liv joined RT in 2023, qualifying as an ACA in 2025.

She enjoys communicating with a range of clients and is always looking to further her experience in a range of industries.

A keen dancer whilst growing up, Liv now spends more of her time out in nature where she particularly enjoys fishing.

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Stephanie Monks

Payroll Administrator

Stephanie joined RT in 2018 and runs our payroll department and has completed her Payroll Technician qualification.

Stephanie says she enjoys the challenges of the different tasks requested by the team and assisting RT in whatever way she can.

She loves being with her family and away from the office enjoys spending time with her children. She is also active and loves the outdoor life, going on long walks, which helps her to keep fit.

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Sue McFadyen

Administrator

Sue joined RT in 2013 and since then she has been the face of RT, greeting all our clients with a smile and ensuring the office runs smoothly.

An outgoing person she says she enjoys meeting visitors and clients and making them feel welcome.

Sue is active in her leisure time, enjoying holidays and exploring off the beaten track by visiting buildings, ruins and castles. She is something of a thrill-seeker, enjoying the challenge of theme parks, with the taller and faster the ride the better.

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Ruth Bagot

Junior Accountant BA (Hons)

Ruth joined the firm in 2022. Her favourite part of the job is the wide variety of work and learning new skills. Outside of work she likes DIY and decorating, walking and travelling.

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Natasha Atkinson

Junior Accountant

Natasha joined RT in 2019, since then she has achieved the MAAT qualification and is now working towards becoming a chartered accountant. She assists a range of clients with accounts, bookkeeping and the preparation of VAT returns.

She enjoys the variety of the job and meeting a wide range of people that she comes into contact with daily.

Family and travel are important to Natasha who likes spending time with family and friends and going for weekends away. Natasha is also learning sign language.

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Ollie Frimston

Trainee Accountant

Following his completion of AAT Level 4, Ollie is now working towards becoming a chartered accountant.

He says the most rewarding part of his role is working with colleagues to solve challenging problems for clients.

Away from the office, Ollie is a Preston North End season ticket holder and also enjoys attending gigs and festivals with his friends.

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Mitchell Kos

Trainee Accountant

Mitchell joined RT in 2023 as a trainee accountant and is currently studying towards his AAT qualification. He was inspired to start a career in accountancy by his mum who is a Chartered Accountant.

In his role, Mitchell works on bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, and company secretarial work.

Mitchell has a passion for cars, fishing, and cricket, and plays for Chorley Cricket Club. Mitchell can also complete a Rubik’s Cube in under 20 seconds!

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Daniel Abram

Trainee Accountant

Daniel is a dedicated Trainee Accountant working towards his ACA qualification at Rotherham Taylor.

He enjoys applying his analytical skills to bookkeeping, assisting with the preparation of financial statements, and other tasks within the practice.

The most rewarding part of his role is working as part of a team to offer solutions to clients.

Outside of the office, Daniel is a keen supporter of musical theatre and enjoys attending live performances.

He also gives back to his community by helping at Ashton Food Aid, a local food bank.