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Our business support team provide everything you need to successfully manage your corporate obligations.
Insolvency & Liquidations
We provide comprehensive insolvency management and liquidation services.
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Thinking of selling? Our experienced team can provide you with an objective valuation. We can also assist you in presenting your business for sale to a prospective buyer.
Andrew gained an Honours Degree in Management Science (Operational Research) in 1986. This course is frequently used as a board by students for a career in management consultancy or corporate finance. Andrew previously worked for Coopers & Lybrand (IOM) Limited (now PricewaterhouseCoopers), where he trained for 7 years and with KPMG (Bermuda and London) for 3 years. He worked his way up to manager before joining Harding Lewis in 1996. Andrew’s role includes advising clients on their business and related personal affairs including planning for the future. This covers many areas including business establishment, tax planning, ongoing strategies and exit planning and execution. The key theme is adding value and doing what is right for our clients.
Michael is a Director of Harding Lewis and splits his time between our Ramsey and Douglas Offices. He has over 30 years’ experience working mainly in small accountancy practices, providing business advisory services to a variety of small and medium size businesses. Michael likes to gain an in-depth knowledge of our clients businesses and related personal affairs which allows him to develop strong working relationships and provide valuable advice. In addition to this Michael is an Audit Engagement Director and he deals with all aspects of accounts preparation and tax (Manx and UK). In his spare time Michael enjoys singing with the Roc Vannin Choir, which raises funds for local charities. He is also an avid music, theatre and comic book fan, having built up a very large collection of American super-hero comics over the past 40 years
Having gained an Honours Degree in Accounting & Finance at University of Wales Institute Bangor, Stephen moved to the Isle of Man in 2002, joining the graduate recruitment scheme of PKF (now part of BDO) in 2003. Stephen worked with PKF in the audit department and later as manager of the small business accounts team before joining Harding Lewis in 2012. He primarily manages our audits but is also responsible for handling a number of clients' accounting and tax affairs. Stephen is a Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor and has championed the transition of our bookkeeping department from traditional bookkeeping practices into the various online platforms.
Phil started his accountancy career with Harding Lewis in 2008. After progressing through the technician qualification, he started with the ACCA exams in 2011 and qualified in 2014. Phil was awarded his fellowship membership in 2019. Having worked with some clients for over 11 years, Phil has developed a wealth of experience in audit and accounts, business, tax and personal finance. In recent years he has taken an active role in developing the practice and appreciates the value of providing a consistent quality customer experience. When Phil isn’t working you will either find him searching for the steepest trail to climb on his mountain bike or exploring with his family.
Alex became qualified as an ACCA in December 2017 and manages several of the firm’s audit engagements, assisting the team with the fieldwork whenever necessary. His experience includes auditing corporate and trust service providers, insurance brokers, financial advisors, as well as other industries. He believes developing a sound relationship with his clients is key to providing a professional and quality service.
Aside from the busy audit schedule, Alex’s in-house work includes preparing sets of financial statements, tax computations and tax returns for both companies and individuals within our varied client base. His role has enabled him to develop a wide range of accounting skills, becoming an adaptive, well organised and valued member of the team.
Outside of work Alex enjoys a range of sporting activities including football and running.
Katrina joined the Harding Lewis team in 2015 as trainee accountant, having previously attended the Isle of Man College, where she gained a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Business. Day to day, Katrina works as a semi-senior within the audit department, helping to lead and train the new trainees, whilst herself gaining knowledge and experience to enable her to take on more responsibility and grow within the business. In her spare time, Katrina enjoys live music on and off the Island and she has previously organised a few music gigs on the Isle of Man.
Jessica is a seasoned compliance, anti-money laundering and risk professional with over 18 years' experience working in accountancy and trust company businesses.
She started her career on the island with PKF where she had responsibilities across their accountancy practice and trust company. More recently Jessica worked for Equiom as a Senior Manager within their Group Risk Management function.
Jessica is a member of the International Compliance Association and holds postgraduate diplomas in both compliance and anti-money laundering.
She is responsible for ensuring that we meet our anti-money laundering and other compliance obligations.
Outside of work Jessica enjoys playing and coaching Netball, she is on the Board of Isle of Man Netball and helps run a local club.
Leah joined the team in August 2020 as Office Administrator, she comes to Harding Lewis with over 9 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant. As a qualified Fitness Instructor outside of work Leah enjoys teaching fitness classes at various gyms on the island.
Sue is one of our longest standing team members, having worked with Harding Lewis since 1988. Over this time she has shown a phenomenal dedication to her work, clients and to her team, always striving to provide a first class service. Sue is a senior member of our accounts team and has a wealth of experience in company and personal tax, as well as accounts and advisory.
Fynn joined the team in 2019 as a trainee accountant, after having obtained an Upper Second-Class Honours Degree in Accounting and Finance at Chester University. In a short time period Fynn has shown great promise in the field of accountancy and is hungry to learn and develop his skills. Outside of work Fynn is passionate about music and, playing both the piano and bass guitar. He is also an avid gamer and e-sports fan.
Gail has been with Harding Lewis for over 5 years and in that time has played a vital role in helping our bookkeeping department transition from traditional bookkeeping practices into the various online platforms.
She is a Certified Advanced QuickBooks Pro Advisor, a highly experienced bookkeeper and a helpful and committed all-round team player.
She is a Certified Advanced QuickBooks Pro Advisor, a highly experienced bookkeeper and a helpful and committed all-round team player.
Betty joined the firm in 2008 as a senior member of our accounts team, bringing with her a wealth of experience in bookkeeping, VAT, payroll and management accounting. Over the years Betty has reduced her hours to a few days a week but remains integral in managing all things ‘personal tax’ within the firm. In Betty’s spare time you will find her tending to her crops in her allotment, or out walking with her husband Brian. She is also the Treasurer of the Isle of Man Embrioderers’ Guild and enjoys a variety of arts and crafts.
Ola joined our team in 2017, bringing with her a wealth of experience in bookkeeping and VAT. As an Advanced Certified QuickBooks Pro Advisor she is a key member of our bookkeeping team and manages a large portfolio of varied clients. She is a fellow of the International Association of Bookkeepers and holds a level 3 certificate in Bookkeeping as well as an AAT Associate Bookkeeping membership and level 2 Certificate in Accounting with the ACCA. Ola has a busy family life but when she has spare time enjoys keeping fit by running and practicing Taekwondo. In recent years she has attended and competed at a Taekwondo summer camp in South Korea.
After showing great enthusiasm during her work experience placement in 2019, Rachel joined the Harding Lewis team in the summer of 2020 as a trainee accountant, having previously attended St Ninian’s High School where she obtained A Levels in Business, Psychology and History. Keen to develop a wide range of skills and knowledge, Rachel is looking forward to starting her ACCA exams, giving her the opportunity to adapt her learning in her day to day work.
Outside of work, Rachel enjoys ballroom dancing and socialising with her friends and family.
Anne is one of our longest standing Ramsey branch team members. Having worked for what was originally Shannon Kneale in 1983 and then later Shannon Callister, Anne became part of the Harding Lewis team when Shannon Callister was acquired in 2010. Having been able to provide continuity of service to some clients for over 30 years, Anne is a highly experienced bookkeeper, accountant and “go-to gal” in the Ramsey community for all things business, VAT and tax. Anne is also our Harding Lewis pub quiz extraordinaire, boasting general knowledge the likes of which have never been seen south of Snaefell.
Fiona is our Secretary and Receptionist in the Ramsey office. She holds various RSA secretarial and business administration qualifications and has worked part-time in the firm for over 13 years. Alongside Sonia, she provides secretarial support, covers reception duties and is the first point of contact for many visitors and telephones enquiries in our Ramsey office. Fiona and Sonia assist with general enquiries, appointments, paying bills and directing you to the relevant staff member within the firm. Outside of work, Fiona has a keen interest in fitness and holistic therapies. Her interest in holistic therapies has led her to work part-time as a Reflexologist.
Joan has over 30 years experience in the Office Administration field, with the majority of that experience having been gained in the banking arena, and she now works part-time for Harding Lewis as an Administration Assistant. Joan, alongside her colleague Sally, manage the reception area, ensuring clients visiting the firm or calling in are assisted and directed to the relevant staff member. In her spare time Joan can be found reading or enjoying a walk in the beautiful outdoors especially with her three dogs.
Ali is one of our longest standing Ramsey branch team members. Having worked for what was originally Ernst & Young in 1991 and then later Shannon Callister, Ali become part of the Harding Lewis team when Shannon Callister was acquired in 2010. Having been able to provide continuity of service to some of clients for over 30 years, Ali is a dedicated and experienced bookkeeper. Ali is a family woman and community spirit through and through. As a woman of nature you will often find her scouring and cleansing our fair Isle’s coastlines of rubbish or stargazing in one of our amazing and unpolluted ‘dark sky sites’.
Sonia is based in our Ramsey Office and assists the team as a part-time Receptionist. Having gained her qualification in CIH Level 2 in Housing Practice, Sonia has gathered 30 years of office experience having worked for the Ramsey Commissioners for over 20 years. Sonia has since joined Harding Lewis in a part-time capacity to ensure she has a great home/work life balance. Sonia assists the team with secretarial and reception duties and is often the voice at the end of the phone when clients call in.
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ISLE OF MAN
The Isle of Man’s proposition to businesses is as unique as the community that calls it home. It combines an excellent quality of life with a can-do approach reinforced by the full support of the Isle of Man Government. This has created a stable political and economic environment for enterprise and continuous growth in gross domestic product for over 25 years. The Isle of Man also operates a clear and simple tax regime with generous personal allowances, giving entrepreneurs the confidence to always look ahead.
