Partner Profiles
All our clients are important to us and are treated as individuals, not just numbers. That's why we focus on getting to know you.
Wellers distinguishes itself by the quality of its personnel. We have an extremely loyal work force evidenced by a very low rate of staff turnover. We're different from the smaller provincial firms as well as the huge, impersonal City-based accountancy firms. You need a team that's highly professional with strong resources. And one that brings something extra to the party - experience. Yet you also need a supportive business partner who can help turn your business challenges into opportunities.
Like you, we run our own business – so we know what it’s like on your side of the desk. We want to work in collaboration with you, providing practical expertise with individual attention, always focused on your commercial objectives.
The success of our long lasting client relationships is based on a combination of shared goals, integrity and trust. Our highly qualified and experienced people have the expertise and authority to respond rapidly to your requirements as they change.
Norman Sawyer
FCCA qualified, Norman joined as an Articled pupil to Mr Weller in 1972, qualified in 1976, and was invited to become a partner in 1979 at the age of twenty-five. Norman has extensive experience dealing with the SME market and offers clarity of thought and the ability to communicate those thoughts to clients. Married, with three adult children, Norman has a keen interest in boating, both Narrow boats and Sailing. Norman is also a season ticket holder at the new Emirates Stadium..
norman.sawyer@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Edward Parker
Eddie joined Wellers at the age of eighteen as an articled clerk and achieved Partner status in 1987. He is a Fellow of The Chartered Association of Certified Accountants. For many years Eddie has advised a number of owner managed businesses and has an extensive knowledge of Revenue & Customs enquiries, Law Firms, Charities and Pubs and Restaurants. He has also acted as an expert witness assisting solicitors in matrimonial and share valuation issues.
Eddie is married, with three children and when away from the office enjoys football, rugby and horse racing.
edward.parker@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Peter Sharp
A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Peter trained and qualified in 1978 at Wellers but then spent three years in industry. Peter rejoined Wellers in 1982 and became a partner 5 years later. At present, Peter is responsible for a broad base of clients, is a member of the Wellers board, and Finance Partner. He advises a large number of owner-run businesses, generally providing advice on accounts and tax. Married with two children, Peter's personal interests include sport and current affairs. Peter plays cricket for Faringdon and coaches a Cumnor boys football team as well as supporting AFC Bournemouth.
peter.sharp@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Brook Alder
A member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Brook joined Wellers in 1986 and became a partner in 1989.
Brook looks after a general portfolio of clients in the SME sector. From a farming background, many of Brooks clients are farming related and his keen interest in horseracing has enabled him to develop a specialist department servicing clients in the bloodstock and equestrian sector. Another specialist area is other professional partnerships, including Limited Liability Partnerships particularly in the construction and architectural industry. Brook also has extensive knowledge and experience in dealing with HM Revenue & Customs enquiries for individuals and companies.
Brook is married with two children. His interests are horseracing, football and cycling.
brook.alder@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Andrew Dore
Andrew has a BA Honours degree in Accounting and Finance, he is ACA and ATII qualified. Andrew has been with Wellers since leaving college and gained his professional qualifications with the practice. He operates as a Chartered Accountant and a Chartered Tax Advisor. He became a partner in 1989. Andrew is married with two children. His interests include bird watching and photography.
andrew.dore@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Neil Beck
Neil Beck joined Wellers Accountants in 1988 and now acts as the Partnerships’ Chief Executive Officer. A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, Neil has extensive experience of working with businesses in the licensed trade, restaurant and leisure industries. Based in the London office of Wellers, Neil is married with two daughters and enjoys squash and football.
neil.beck@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Simon Smith
FCCA Qualified, Simon joined Wellers in 1986 and spent a sabbatical period at Halpern and Wolfe in 1988. Simon is timely and technical and likes to provide an enthusiastic and holistic service to his clients. Simon is the Finance Director of the Banbury Chamber of Commerce, and takes an active role in two local Charities acting as treasurer.
Simon enjoys most sports and has represented Oxfordshire at both hockey and cricket. Simon is married with one son.
simon.smith@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Kathleen Parker
Kathleen has a BA Hons Degree , and is FCCA qualified. Kathleen joined Wellers as a trainee in July 1991, qualified in 1996 and was appointed as partner in April 1999. Kathleen aims for the client to see her as their FD, wholly involved in all of the financial decisions the company needs to make. She lives in Walthamstow and enjoys all the things that London has to offer, especially the theatres and restaurants and keeps fit with tennis and cycling.
kathleen.parker@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Rowley Paterson
A Fellow of The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, Rowley is a highly experienced adviser with a diverse portfolio of clients. Formerly Finance Director of a quoted PLC, Rowley qualified in 1975, became a partner in Orr Shotliff in 1978 and a partner in Wellers following the merger of the two firms in 2000. He specialises in advising family businesses, Lloyds Underwriters and Property Companies. Married with four daughters (saving hard for their weddings), Rowley enjoys hockey, real tennis and fine wines.
rowley.paterson@wellersaccountants.co.uk
David Stanbury
David has a BA Hons Degree and is ACA qualified. He qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1994 with his father's firm in Devon and joined Wellers in 1999 after spending a year travelling the world. David became a partner in Wellers in 2003. David is based in the London office and advises a broad mix of owner managed businesses. He plays football regularly with his work colleagues and also enjoys hiking and travel.
david.stanbury@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Stuart Crook
Stuart divides his time between the Thame, Oxford and London offices. He holds his Professional ACA Qualification and a degree in Maths and Accounting from Oxford Brookes University. Stuart has been with Wellers since 1999.
Born at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford and raised in Headington, Stuart has a natural understanding of the issues and opportunities that face Oxfordshire based businesses. He is keen to develop the Wellers Oxfordshire customer base by providing valuable input on the strategic side of running a business as well as financial processes. This often means working closely with both the MD and FD of a business, analysing future opportunities and areas for growth.
Although Stuart works with a broad range of businesses, he has extensive experience in the construction and motor industries.
Stuart is married with two children and enjoys running, playing football and supporting Liverpool FC.
Stuart.crook@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Christina Nawrocki
Christina is predominantly based in the Oxford office. She is ACCA qualified and holds a BA Honours Degree in Financial Economics from Staffordshire University. Christina has been with Wellers since 1997.
Born in Jamaica, raised in Ireland and travelled all over the world, Christina has developed excellent interpersonal skills, which she brings to her client relationships. She combines extensive knowledge of the markets and finance with the ability to break down customer:accountant barriers and really get to grips with both the personal and corporate objectives of her clients.
Christina works alongside her colleagues to provide a perfect balance of support and guidance to the Wellers customer base. She also provides key support in the recruitment of both trainees and senior employees and is keen to develop a client base in areas she is passionate about such as animal care and environmental issues.
Christina enjoys DIY as well as a love for animals. She also keeps a very close eye on the stocks and shares, occasionally dipping into the markets herself.
Christina.nawrocki@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Norma Stewart
Norma started her accounting career in Glasgow where she gained valuable experience at French & Cowan, now French Duncan, one of Scotland’s largest independent firms of Chartered Accountants. From there she moved to top twenty firm Saffery Champness, first in their Edinburgh office and then to their London head office. More recently, Norma has worked with individuals and small and medium sized businesses in the Surrey area where she was a partner with Robert James Partnership.
Norma works alongside an experienced team meeting the tailored financial and tax needs of business owners and their families and working to protect, maintain and enhance their privately held wealth.
Out of work, Norma is a rugby fanatic and a former treasurer of London Scottish Rugby Club.
norma.stewart@wellersaccountants.co.uk
Ben Morris
Having qualified with Wellers in 2004 Ben continues to build strong relationships with business owners within the London area. A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, his diverse sector experience includes cosmetic surgery, travel, charities, training organisations, industrial goods and technology. In his business development role Ben seeks to draw on the extensive skills and experience at Wellers to ensure a fresh and comprehensive service for all clients, meeting their business and personal needs. Being the youngest partner in the practice Ben still actively participates in sport such as football and running but prepares for his veteran status by attending the rich variety of theatrical productions in London.