• Swindon & Wiltshire Appointments
• Wednesday April 10 2024
• Author Name: Peter Davison

Tax expert joins PKF Francis Clark in Bristol

Chartered accountant PKF Francis Clark has appointed a former head of tax at Grant Thornton to its corporate tax team.

Jonathan Riley, who joins the firm as a partner, was a partner at Grant Thornton for 27 years.

He is also a trustee of the Chartered Institute of Taxation, a member of HM Treasury’s Forum of Tax Professionals and a former chair of the Low Incomes Tax Reform Group.

“PKF Francis Clark is a firm that’s been on an impressive journey and the opportunity to be part of that is very attractive,” said Jonathan.

“I was already aware of the firm’s strength and history in the South West, but in considering joining the firm, what’s really impressed me is the quality of its people and clients.

“My skillset is ideally suited to the space PKF Francis Clark is operating in, having advised many owner-managed and private equity-backed businesses as well as larger, complex corporate clients.

“I believe in getting out and meeting people, engaging with clients and taking an interest in them and their ambitions, because that’s when you can really add value.”

Jonathan’s appointment further strengthens the senior leadership team at PKF Francis Clark’s Bristol office, which will mark the fifth anniversary of its opening this summer.

John Endacott, head of tax at PKF Francis Clark, said: “Jonathan is one of the premier heavyweight tax partners anywhere in the country.

“As well as bringing huge experience in advising large corporate clients on complex tax issues, Jonathan is a natural leader and will play a key role in helping to build and develop our growing corporate tax team in Bristol.

“We’re delighted he has joined us.”

Last month PKF Francis Clark announced the appointment of three new tax specialists as part of the expansion of its Bristol operation.

Pictured: Corporate tax partner Jonathan Riley, right, with PKF Francis Clark’s head of tax, John Endacott (Photo: Steven Haywood)

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