Newport accountancy firm Kilsby & Williams has promoted two long-standing employees to associate in testament to their commitment and the ongoing success of the firm.

Jonathan Harrhy and Anna Jones are two of Kilsby & Williams’ most well-established staff, with great commercial awareness and technical ability.

Jonathan has been with Kilsby & Williams for nearly a decade and specialises in advising SMEs on their structure, processes and accounting. He has also been involved in numerous corporate takeovers, as well as leading in due diligence and forensic investigation work.

Jonathan said: “I am delighted with my new role within the firm, which will enable me to spend more time interacting with new and existing clients and assisting in their growth plans. I am looking forward to contributing further to the firm’s growth by developing my contacts in the business community and gaining new business.”

Chartered accountant Anna has been a key figure for Kilsby & Williams for over ten years and specialises in corporation tax advice on complex restructures and commercial transactions. She has also advised on valuations and prepared expert reports on tax liabilities and tax mitigation surrounding matrimonial disputes.

Anna said: “I’m very happy with my new role as associate but I’m very aware that I’m just one part of a really talented team. We all have different areas of expertise and we work hard to provide a first class tax service to our clients. I want to help maintain Kilsby & Williams’ tax department’s excellent reputation which has been built up over the last 25 years.”

Noel Williams, managing partner at Kilsby & Williams, said: “Jonathan and Anna have been integral figures at Kilsby & Williams for a number of years and their promotions are in recognition of their consistent hard work and the contribution they have made to the success of the firm.

“Anna is very well regarded by all her clients for her technical knowledge, commercial edge and impeccable service, while Jonathan has firmly established himself as an expert in his field. I am sure that in their new roles they will continue to help the firm thrive and succeed.”

Set up in 1991, Kilsby & Williams is an independent firm of chartered accountants and commercial business advisors. Clients are spread throughout South Wales, the Midlands and greater London.