Partnering with your business
Meet the Team
The Partners
Andrew Baggott
Managing Partner
Andrew Baggott
Andrew Baggott is CN’s Managing Partner, having been so since 2004 when he acquired the firm. Prior to this, he gained many years’ experience at one of the top four UK firms and a large corporate finance led https://cnca.co.uk/corporate-finance/independent practice.
He specialises in delivering strategic business planning advice to business owners and entrepreneurs so they can achieve the best results possible for their endeavours and maximise returns. Andrew also heads up the Corporate Finance team who undertake a complete range of transactions for clients.
Brian Bradley
Partner
Brian Bradley – Partner
Brian Bradley joined CN in 1987 and became partner in 2010, he is a relationship partner at CN heading up the relationship with a portfolio of clients. He has over 25 years’ experience in providing pro-active advice to a diverse portfolio of small and medium enterprises.
Graham Travis
Partner
Graham Travis - Partner
Graham Travis is a partner at CN and joined the business in 2010. Graham has attained a wealth of experience in accountancy having worked for international and independent practices prior to CN. He specialises in audit and business advisory services.
Paul Draper
Tax Partner
Paul Draper - Tax Partner
Paul Draper joined CN in 2010. Throughout his career he has specialised in tax and has previously trained with Arthur Anderson, KPMG and RSM Tenon. Since 2010 he has focussed on advising private clients, entrepreneurs and family businesses of all types and sizes on strategic planning and tax saving measures. Paul’s advice covers all areas of taxation, with his vast experience including transactional tax, income extraction, property tax, and R&D tax credits and patent box.
Paul Mellor
Partner
Paul Mellor - Partner
Paul joined CN in 2004, and became partner in 2011. He is relationship partner specialising in owner managed businesses from start-ups, family businesses and larger businesses. He ensures clients receive the best advice on business structure, tax savings, and evolving the business as it grows.
Paul is also training partner at CN, overseeing the training and development of accountancy students training within the business.
Scott Herbert
IFA Partner
Scott Herbert
Scott Herbert is a partner at CNFP, joining the business in 2005.
Scott has worked in financial services for over 25 years, working for a number of large banks and insurance companies.
As head of the financial planning team, Scott is responsible for the relationship and advise to private and corporate clients, and overseeing the team in overall service delivery. Clients include small and medium enterprises plus a stock market listed company, as well as high profile clients including investment bankers and high net worth individuals.
To find out more about the Financial Planning services provided visit www.cnfp.co.uk.
Tony Jakara
Tax Partner
Tony Jakara
Tony Jakara is tax partner at CN. He joined the firm in 2001, having gained substantial tax experience prior to that with several other regional practices.
Tony oversees the efficient running of the tax compliance function of the business, and provides expertise in tax enquiries and investigations covering both personal and corporate tax.
The Management Team
Gareth Jones
Director
Gareth Jones - Director
Gareth Jones is Director at CN and joined the business as a graduate having completed his degree in finance management. He has completed his accountancy qualification with CN and developed through the ranks to director where he manages a team and also a portfolio of clients specialising in owner managed businesses and start up’s.
Claire Challinor
Manager
Claire Challinor – Manager
Claire, who started working at CN after she finished Aquinas college as a trainee, has been with the company for nearly thirteen years. She is ACA qualified and has built up her own client base – working with many clients that range from small business start-ups, family-run businesses and also larger businesses.
Claire is on-hand to help with year-end accounts, VAT returns and managements, as well as providing training on various computer software packages.
Susan Cusick
Payroll Manager
Susan Cusick - Payroll Manager
Susan who has over 20 years of payroll experience joined CN in early 2023 and is an integral part of the service offering to our existing and future clients.
Beverley Richardson
Practice and Compliance Manager
Beverley Richardson – Compliance Manager
Certified FCA, Beverley has an abundance of experience within accounts and audit. She has over 19 years’ experience working as a senior audit manager and audit director. Beverley has been working on the internal accounts for the practice, monitoring ongoing monthly and quarterly basis and ensuring all financial compliance is being met.
Beverley commented: “It’s great being part of an ambitious and forward-thinking business and I’m delighted to bring a wealth of experience that fits the role perfectly.”
