7
Sectors
1968
Maxwells Chartered Accountants was established in 1968 and is now one of the largest chartered accountancy firms in Somerset.
Regulated by
ICAEW
Regulated by
ICAEW Licensed for non-contentious Probate
01 — OUR APPROACH
A modern forward thinking accountancy practice. We provide a cost-effective, high value solution to meet all of your financial needs.
Accessibility and communication in plain English is the key — so that liaison with your accountant feels second nature.
02 — HOW WE WORK
A no-obligation conversation with the team to discuss your needs — at no charge.
03 — WHAT WE DO
Preparation and interpretation of management accounts, annual accounts for limited companies (for shareholders and Companies…
The firm's approach to auditing is based on a thorough understanding of our clients' businesses.
Strategic planning support to help businesses plan ahead. Assistance with developing long-term plans, financial aspects…
Help for new businesses including deciding on the most suitable structure (sole trader, partnership or limited company)…
Company formations, provision of a registered office, preparation and filing of statutory returns, preparation of minutes and…
Fee protection insurance via Markel covering professional fees arising from HMRC investigations, enquiries or disputes. Covers…
04 — SECTORS
The majority of Nigel Blannin's client portfolio consists of family owned limited companies and professional practices.
Read more about family-owned limited companiesNigel Blannin's client portfolio includes professional practices.
Gavin Roberts works with owner managed businesses in the SME sector helping them to develop their business assisting with accountancy, taxation and business advice.
Nicola Hayes mainly deals with the personal tax affairs of high net-worth individuals who range from farmers, directors of family-run businesses and larger private firms to family…
Nicola Hayes deals with farmers as part of her HNW client base. The firm published a detailed factsheet on IHT and Family Farms addressing the Autumn 2024 Budget changes to APR…
Martin Batten specialises in taxation within the Construction Industry Scheme. The firm offers a CIS tax deduction calculator.
Philip Littler has specific knowledge of Solicitors' Accounts.
05 — THE PARTNERS
BA FCA CTA
Partner
Debbie first came to Maxwell's in 1989 for work experience and then proceeded to obtain a training contract whilst she attended college and subsequently university. Debbie studied Accounting and Finance and won the Tolley's Tax Prize for the highest mark in her final year Tax paper.
FCA
Partner
Clive qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1991 through a Devon practice and moved to Maxwells in 1992. He became a Partner in 1995. Clive specialises in developing businesses and analysis via Management Accounts, and has expertise in taxation matters. He is known for accessibility and communication in plain English.
BSc FCA
Partner
Nigel has worked for Maxwells in Bridgwater since 1980 and has been a Partner of the firm since 1982. He originally trained with Kidsons in Brighton and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1976. His degree is in Biochemistry from the University of Sussex.
FCA
Partner
Gavin joined Maxwells after leaving sixth form college in 2004, qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 2008, became a Fellow of the ACCA in 2013, and was admitted to membership of the ICAEW in 2020.
BA FCA
Partner
Jon joined the firm as a trainee accountant in 2001 following his graduation from the University of the West of England with a BA (Hons) Degree in Accounting and Finance. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2005 and became a partner in May 2013.
FCA AABRP
Partner
Philip qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1978 with a national firm in Bristol. He joined the predecessor firm of Maxwells in 1979 and became a partner in 1990. Philip is an all-round General Practitioner with specific knowledge of Company Audit, Solicitors' Accounts and Personal Insolvency.
BA FCA
Partner
Adam trained with a local Somerset firm, then moved to Bristol as part of the internal audit department at Sun Life, and finally joined Maxwells in 1995 as a manager in their corporate department. He holds a BA (Hons) Degree in History from Keele University.
FCA
Partner
Mike joined Maxwells as a trainee accountant in 1989. He qualified as a Certified Accountant in 2002 and a Chartered Accountant in 2008. He has considerable experience in all aspects of both corporate and non-corporate accounting and has a good knowledge of taxation.
FCA CTA
Partner
Jodie first came to the firm as a school leaver on work experience in 2004 and officially joined in 2006. She completed an AAT apprenticeship followed by her ACA Training Contract and qualified as a Chartered Accountant with the ICAEW in 2010. She qualified as a Chartered Tax Advisor in 2015.
