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‘Our reputation is built on team work’ at Parkes & Co we pride ourselves on finding the right balance.
Our core group of experts have extensive practising knowledge and can offer their advice and assistance on a wide range of Accountancy and Taxation issues.
Introducing…
Stan & Claire Parkes
Company Directors FFA/FIPA
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The dynamic duo of our Parkes & Co!
Stan, not only steers the ship alongside Claire, but both also doubles as our resident globetrotters.
He's got an insatiable passion for Manchester United and a knack for collecting memorabilia that's larger than life.
Claire, our culinary connoisseur. She's always on the hunt for delectable dining experiences and has a special place in her heart for fine wines.
But what truly lights up their world are those magical weekends when they gather the clan - yes, all 8 grandkids included!
Sarah Rennox
Company Director
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Meet Sarah, the Director of Delightful Conversations! By day, she's a relationship maestro, crafting connections with clients and colleagues that are stronger than the bonds in a superglue factory.
But when the business cards are set aside, Sarah transforms into a wine enthusiast, literary explorer, and music aficionado, creating her own symphony of relaxation. Her favorite pastime? Gathering with family and friends, turning every moment into a tale to remember.
Tom Elwell
Senior Accountant
Office & Client Manager
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Meet our numbers ninja!
When Tom’s not busy deciphering accounts, you'll find him out on the cricket pitch, swinging for the stars and enjoying a slew of other sports.
Kate Slater
Administration Manager
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Meet our admin aficionado, the unsung hero of organised chaos!
Kate has a passion for all things admin that's stronger than the gravitational pull of a black hole.
When she’s not wrangling paperwork and schedules, you'll spot her front and centre soaking up all the juiciest celebrity scandals.
Christian Owen
Senior Accountant
Client Manager
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Introducing our senior sorcerer of numbers!
Christian is our financial virtuoso who doesn't just crunch the digits; he makes 'em waltz.
And if you want to find him after hours, follow the trail of Batham's Bitter!
Tanya Byrne
Payroll Manager
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Meet Tanya, our Payroll Picasso, creating a payroll masterpiece every day with the flair of a true artist! Payroll isn't just numbers for her; it's a constantly changing canvas where every stroke of the brush matters.
She's not just crunching numbers; she's a legislative wizard, and when she's not wrangling payroll puzzles, she's on a noble steed or sweating it out at the gym.
Ash Bottley
Semi-Senior Accountant
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Presenting our Semi-Senior Sorcerer of the Ledger!
By day, Ash navigate self-assessments with a flourish that would make Hermione Granger proud. When the quills are down, Ash is brewing her own magical moments.
If you haven’t guessed, Ash is truly besotted with all things Harry Potter.
Alina Qazi
Semi-Senior Accountant
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Meet Alina, our QuickBooks whiz! She's got a magical touch with numbers that rivals Doctor Strange's powers.
When she's not busy saving the day with her QuickBooks expertise, you'll find her in a world where superheroes rule the screen - Marvel films are her kryptonite!
Lottie Astle-Rowe
Bookkeeper
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Meet Lottie, our financial wizard who keeps the books as tidy as a perfectly frosted cake! By day, she's the bookkeeper extraordinaire, handling VAT returns with a precision that rivals a Masterchef final.
But when the calculators are put to rest, Lottie dons her invisible cape and transforms into the ultimate dog-walking, cake-baking superhero.
June Lawson
Bookkeeper/CIS
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Meet June, our financial maestro who juggles numbers like a rockstar juggling guitars!
You'll find June rocking out with a paintbrush in one hand and a Guns N' Roses record in the other. She's not just a fan; she's the "biggest" Guns N' Roses fan, adding a little "Sweet Child o' Mine" to the world of finance and art.
Aimee Aston
Accounts Apprentice
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Meet Aimee, our Excel explorer and numbers' apprentice extraordinaire!
By day, she's the spreadsheet superhero, navigating through Excel files with the precision of a treasure map-reading pirate.
But when the keyboards are at rest, Aimee transforms into a gym enthusiast and the ultimate live music enthusiast. She chases tunes like they're shooting stars.
