A Personalised Approach with Tailored Solutions to Meet your Business Needs
As a small independent firm one of our key strengths is offering a highly personalised service. Forming close working relationships with our clients, we tailor our financial services to meet individual requirements. Our proactive support and advice allow us to respond to client’s needs quickly and accurately so their business affairs are effectively managed to optimise business growth and maximise personal wealth.
A Friendly and Flexible Service that puts Clients Needs First
We pride ourselves on putting our clients first, that’s why being flexible to their needs is a top priority. We understand our clients lead busy lives and do our utmost to accommodate their schedules by offering flexible appointments during the day and evening with the option to meet at their office or home. We offer a friendly and approachable service and always act in our client’s best interests.
Offering Clients a Strong Network of Professional Business Advice
While we are often the first port of call for matters relating to business and personal finance we recognise our clients may require the services of professionals in other fields to support their business. We have built strong relationships with local bank managers, solicitors, mortgages advisors and IFAs so we can confidently provide clients with a strong network of professional business advisors to facilitate their ongoing success.
No surprise bills
A unique feature of our service is fixed price agreements; once we have established your needs we will give you a guaranteed fully inclusive price from the start. This will give you peace of mind and no surprise bills.
We're Only a Phone Call Away!
We offer unlimited access to all our team. This means that you can call on us at any time knowing that you will never be charged for our time. So we hope that you will feel free to speak to us whenever you need to, without having to worry about the cost. If any extra work arises from this free initial consultation, we will give you a fixed price quotation for the extra work before it is started.
Vinny Mellett
Director
MoreHi, I’m Vinny the Director of Granite Morgan Smith. I’ve been in the accountancy world for many years and realise the challenges many businesses face. With specialisms in owner managed businesses, audits and the construction industry. I believe that having great communication with our clients is very important.
I like spending time with my family and dogs, I also enjoy socialising with friends at my local pub and restaurants in Maldon where I live.
Dean Morgan
Consultant
MoreHello, I’m Dean a consultant of GMS and finance officer of a large labour agency in London. I’ve been with GMS for many years and have a vast experience of owner managed businesses, Audit and the construction industry.
In my spare time I enjoy visiting my Spanish abode and watching Tottenham play. I also enjoy wining and dining with friends.
Lynn Wood
Directors PA
MoreHi, I’m Lynn and I’m the Directors PA and office administrator. I have been with Granite Morgan Smith since 2013 where I started part-time as an admin assistant. Having only worked in the music business previously, staring afresh in a completely different industry was a challenge but rewarding.
On a personal level, I moved to this lovely part of the country from East London in 2002 and am a lifelong Hammers supporter!
Luci Mellett
Financial Controller
Zoë Morris
Semi-Senior Accountant
MoreHello, I’m Zoë and I’m the semi-senior accountant at Granite Morgan Smith. Since I started as a trainee in July 2015, I have passed many exams which is helping me achieve my goal of becoming a chartered accountant. I now draft limited company accounts and prepare self-assessment returns.
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In my spare time I enjoy watching Braintree Town F.C., well sometimes when they aren’t losing.
Clair Collett
Payroll Manager
MoreHi, I’m Clair I started my career in the banking industry working in London, Australia and Singapore. I have been AAT
qualified since 2016 and been working in practice since 2012 – I joined GMS in 2020.
When I am not working, I enjoy travelling, spending time with family, friends and a large G&T! I can be found most weekends on the side-lines of a rugby field, watching my children play.
Jules Holliday
Administrative Assistant
MoreHi, I’m Jules and I joined GMS in 2019 as an Administrative Assistant. Prior to this I worked for the Metropolitan Police Service as a Cost Centre Manager for 12 Years.
I really enjoy my role at GMS offering support to both our clients and the team here in the office.
Most of my spare time is spent with my two children but I do enjoy a good box set occasionally! I also sing in a Function Band at weekends which is very different to the day job!!!
Elizabeth Sains
Consultant
MoreHi, I’m Liz and I joined GMS as a consultant in 2021. Having qualified as a Chartered Accountant, I spent most of my career working as an Internal Auditor for an investment bank. Since leaving I have worked in a variety of roles, most recently undertaking bookkeeping for local accountancy firms.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and my 2 dogs. I love trying my hand at any kind of craft project.
Jane Purcell
Consultant
MoreI am Jane and I joined the Granite Morgan Smith team in April 21 as a consultant. I qualified as an AAT member in 2015 although I have been employed in an accounting environment all my working life.
On a personal level, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, especially my two grandchildren.
Charlotte Roberts
Accounts Assistant
MoreHi, I’m Charlotte and I joined Granite Morgan Smith as a trainee Accountant in June 2021. My Previous job was a horseriding instructor and groom – a completely different career change but I am loving being in a different industry. I completed an accountancy course at college after I left school, so I am continuing my studies to reach my goal of being a
chartered accountant.
On a personal level my free time is spent with my gorgeous horse Petra, riding and having fun with her. When I’m not busy down the yard, I love socialising and spending time with my boyfriend, family and friends.
Grace Street
Bookeeper/Payroll Assistant
MoreHello, I’m Grace. I joined GMS as a Payroll and Bookkeeping assistant in February 2021. Previously, I worked in the property industry. I am currently studying my Level 4 AAT which I find very interesting and I’m really enjoying practicing my skills at GMS!
In my spare time I enjoy going on adventures with my little boy and socialising with my family and friends.
Sue Newman
Consultant
MoreHello, I’m Sue and a Consultant of GMS since March 2021. I owned an Accountancy Practice for 20 years and am now thrilled to be working with the GMS team. I have experience of SME’s , personal tax , payroll and Construction Industry.
I love swimming and enjoy spending time with my husband, family , our very spoilt cat and friends.
