Victoria Mason FCCA
Partner

victoria@cardens4u.co.uk 

Qualification: FCCA

Work Experience
I am one of the longest standing team members at this office having been recruited as a trainee back in 1997.  I qualified as an ACCA member in 2001 and started to look after my own portfolio of clients. I spent the next 3 years increasing my portfolio and gaining valuable work experience as Barry’s manager. In 2004 I felt confident enough to take responsibility for my own clients and this was confirmed by Barry by appointing me as an associate of the firm. 

So far, 2007 has proven to be a high point in my career, I was able to complete my qualification by obtaining my practising certificate and I became a partner of the firm.  I am very excited about the new Cardens and feel very privileged to be a part of the firm.

I look after a client portfolio ranging from the 'one man band' to £1.5 million turnover limited companies.  I especially enjoy looking after new small businesses and helping them to set up and grow. My strength is being able to easily communicate to clients and help them to understand their figures without blinding them with all the technical terms.

Outside Interests
I became a mother in 2005 and my daughter has helped me keep my work/life balance just right. I have always been an active person and enjoy sports such as basketball, cycling, aerobics. I also like any excuse to have a boogie. I enjoy watching the motor racing but it has tested my patience in recent times.

Paul James

paulj@cardens4u.co.uk 

Qualification:ACCA

I have been in audit and accountancy for just over 15 years.  I qualified with the AAT and ACCA during this time.  After qualifying I specialised in providing business advice to the owner-managed business sector.  I find solutions to business problems that owners typically face, with clarity and minimal jargon. 

Outside of work I play and umpire hockey matches for the Sussex league, also the occasional round of golf.

Brian Burchett

brian@cardens4u.co.uk

I work as a manager and I am experienced in all aspects of audit, accountancy and taxation.

In my spare time I enjoy sports, walking and gardening.

Amy Webster ACCA

amy@cardens4u.co.uk   

Work Experience:
After graduating from Sussex University with a BSc in mathematics, I joined the company in June 2003, as an accounts trainee.  I successfully completed all my professional exams with first time passes and officially became ACCA qualified in February 2007.  At this time, Barry appointed me as one of his managers, and I am therefore responsible for a section of his client portfolio with regard to accounts review, corporate and personal taxes. 

Outside Interests:
Once all my exams were finished, I found myself with more spare time than I knew what to do with!  On the keep fit front, I now enjoy walking, aerobics and playing tennis.  And on the social front, I am always keen to catch up with friends, usually
over pizza and wine, and will often be found in the pub quiz on a Sunday night.

James Phillips ACCA

james@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in June 2002 at the age of 17, during my time I have successfully qualified at both AAT and ACCA levels.

Since passing my professional exams in January 2009 I have been appointed as a manager for Victoria, where I am responsible for helping in the day to day running of her client portfolio with regard to accounts review, corporate and personal taxes.

In my spare time I am part of the Senators Marching Band, eight times British Champions and two times European Champions where I play in the percussion section. We travel all over Europe competing in shows, as well as helping to
educate school children in the local area of Eastleigh, Hants. When I am not making music I like playing squash and football, I'm also currently learning the art of golf.

Andy Dunham ACCA

andrew@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in September 2006 as a part qualified accountant.  Prior to Cardens I have 3 years practice experience, 2 years industry experience and had completed the AAT qualification.

I successfully completed all the ACCA exams with first time passes to become a qualified accountant in August 2008.

When I am not in the office I enjoy watching football, playing golf and going for a curry with friends.   

Jakub Zywiolek

jakub@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in June 2006 currently undertaking my second year ACCA training.  I graduated in 2004 with a Masters degree in Banking and Finance.

My interests include body building, golf and squash.

Fiona Brent MAAT

fiona@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in February 2007 and completed my AAT qualification in August 2009. I am currently studying for my ACCA qualification.

My hobbies are reading, socialising with friends, puzzles, and baking when I have the time.

Danna O'Regan

danna@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in April 2008 as a trainee. I am currently taking my AAT exams at the intermediate level. My interests include swimming, socialising and reading.

James Burt

jamesb@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in May 2009 as a trainee, I am currently undertaking the first year of ACCA.

My interests include socialising, listening to music, watching and playing football & going to the gym.

Tom Kellow

tom@cardens4u.co.uk 

I recently joined Cardens in April 2010 as a trainee and am studying towards my ACCA qualification. Prior to this I graduated from the University of Sussex with a 2:1 hons in Business and Management Studies where I took modules in both financial and management accounting.

Away from work I enjoy football, rock climbing, listening to music and meeting up with friends for a drink.

Lynda Weinberg

lynda@cardens4u.co.uk 

I am responsible for maintaining our client’s payroll and I also do VAT Returns and bookkeeping at some of our client’s premises.  You will find me in the office on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

My hobbies and interests include cooking, gardening, walking, reading and travelling, especially on cruise ships.

Sue Read

sue@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in August 2008 after working as a freelance Bookkeeper for about 2 years.  Prior to that I worked as a Finance Manager for an Advertising Agency in Brighton.

I love math and anything to do with figures.  I originally wanted to be a Maths Teacher but took the path to accountancy instead.

Hobbies….Suduko (of course), karaoke, pool, darts and any other actiivity that revolves around a pub!

As I mainly work from client's premises it is a rare delight to find me in the office.   

Elaine Glance AICB (Comp)

elaine@cardens4u.co.uk 

I am the Office Manager at Cardens and am responsible for the sales and purchase ledger for the company and the smooth running of the office.  I will greet you with a friendly voice on the phone and a smile in person.

My interests include reading, especially Harlan Coben and Patricia Cornwell novels, listening to music and spending time with my husband.   

Kim Strachan

kim@cardens4u.co.uk 

I am a secretary for Cardens Accountants and have been here since January 2005.  I work closely with Elaine and I am responsible for all outgoing correspondence and looking after your statutory books and your company records.  

In my spare time I enjoy swimming and playing pool.

Tahilyn Carden

tahilyn@cardens4u.co.uk 

I am part of the team at Cardens Accountants as a Clerical Assistant.

My hobbies are Salsa dancing, spending time at the Gym and I enjoy very much the company of my husband and friends.