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 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 have 2 children and they have helped me keep my work/life balance just right. I have always been an active person and enjoy Tae Kwon Do, cycling, aerobics. I also like any excuse to have a boogie. I enjoy watching the Formula 1 and you can’t beat a sunny day watching cricket.

Keith Hall

keith@cardens4u.co.uk 

Qualification: FCA

I joined Cardens in October 2011 as a partner and prior to this have been working as a partner for over 13 years in Brighton & Hove.
I qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1993 having trained with a Brighton based firm. I have a wide and varied portfolio of clients and deal with all aspects of client affairs for both sole traders and limited companies, and have built up a considerable client base in the new media, entertainment and creative industries.
My family roots can be traced back into business in Brighton as my Great-Grandparents used to run a "fruit and veg" shop in Meeting House Lane in the south lanes, which is now a jewellers.
Since summer 2010, I have been helping numerous clients from media accountants Christopher Lunn & Co who have all found themselves subject to a tax enquiry from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC). I have been supporting these clients to guide them through this unique enquiry and have also been working with HMRC to develop a framework with which to deal with the disclosure required to conclude these enquiries.

Outside Interests
I live in Hove and am married with a young son and daughter. I am a self confessed car geek and in my spare time like nothing better than throwing myself down the side of a hill on my mountain bike, spending time with my family and friends or doing the odd job around the house.

John Sowton

john@cardens4u.co.uk 

Qualification: FCCA

Experienced in both professional practise and commerce and industry, I have specialist knowledge and skill set in business management, planning and development.
In particular, assisting companies to become more profitable, efficient and maximise growth potential either organically or through acquisition.

Outside Interests – Golf, football, cricket and almost any sport that involves socialising with friends and colleagues

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.

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.   

Claire Wadey

Claire@cardens4u.co.uk

I have over 10 years of practice experience and during this time I have become both AAT and ACCA qualified.

Throughout this time I have worked with a variety of clients, ranging in size and industry, providing services from day to day advice on bookkeeping and accounting issues to the completion of the year end accounts and statutory returns. I also have experience in payroll and knowledge of P11D benefits and PAYE health checks.

I am a manager to partner Keith Hall, and I work with his varied portfolio of clients, mainly sole traders and limited companies based in the new media, entertainment and creative industries.

Outside of work I am a member of Worthing Hockey Club and you will find me playing most weekends throughout the season.

I also enjoy the odd shopping spree and most importantly spending time with my friends and family.

Chris Suleri-Johnson ACA

chris@cardens4u.co.uk

I joined Cardens in September 2011, as a qualified accountant specialising in audit. Prior to this, I have 5 years of experience working in practice with KPMG, where I joined as a graduate trainee, and qualified with ACA.

Born and bred in Birmingham, I have recently relocated to Brighton with my wife, and we are enjoying exploring our new surroundings and living by the seaside. I also enjoy learning to play guitar, speaking Spanish and cooking spicy food.

Tom Boniface AAT

tomb@cardens4u.co.uk

I recently joined Cardens in November 2011 as a Tax Senior. Prior to Cardens I have 4 years' experience working within tax and completed the ATT qualification. In 2012 I will commence work on gaining the CTA qualification.

My interests include playing football and squash, watching any sport that involves socialising and attending music festivals.

Jakub Zywiolek ACCA

jakub@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in June 2006. I graduated in 2004 with a Masters degree in
Banking and Finance. I became a qualified accountant in May 2011.

My interests include body building, golf and squash.

Fiona Dawson 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.

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.

Anissa Flint

anissa@cardens4u.co.uk 

I joined Cardens in July 2011 as a trainee. I am currently studying for the technician level of the AAT.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, shopping and going to the cinema.

Robin Ward

robin@cardens4u.co.uk

I joined the staff at Cardens in October 2011 as a trainee, having recently graduated from the University of Bath with a BSc in Economics. I am planning to start studying for the ACCA qualification in January 2012.

Outside of work my main interest is in rugby. I also enjoy watching other sports, listening to music or socialising with friends and family.

Christopher Deare

Christopher@cardens4u.co.uk

I joined Cardens in November 2011 as a trainee to study towards my ACCA qualification. Prior to this I graduated from Nottingham Trent University with a 2.1 in Business Management and Accounting & Finance.

Away from work I spend a lot of my time playing football, cricket or golf. I also enjoy listening to music and spending time with family and friends.

Philippa Levinson

philippa@cardens4u.co.uk

I joined Cardens in October 2011 and work running the payroll for many of our clients and also help with general administration.

Prior to joining Cardens, I worked as a Nutritional Therapist and Counsellor. Before training as a therapist I managed loyalty marketing programmes for a range of companies in Hong Kong, Australia and the UK.

I love travelling and so it was a great experience being able to work and live in such a diverse range of countries. Outside of work I still enjoy travelling – but just for holidays now. I also love long walks and spending time with friends, especially when good food and wine are involved.

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.