North West accountancy practice strengthens team with partner appointment

North West-based accountancy and business advisory firm JS has announced that it has added to its partners with the promotion of James Wood.

James has been appointed accounts partner following his 19 years of service at the practice and the announcement follows significant investment in the firm which includes the recent rebrand from Jackson Stephen to JS.

Since the start of 2022, JS has hired 10 new employees and promoted 13 existing members of staff and today’s announcement is all part of the business’s growth strategy, which includes its commitment to further developing its people and offering an outstanding service.

Diane Brennan, managing partner, said: “We are thrilled to add James to our partners as we continue to grow our firm. James has built and developed his career at JS with an impressive client portfolio as well as being part of our leadership management team.

"James has implemented some impressive changes for our people, and we look forward to watching him further develop his career as a partner. 2022 continues to be a significant year for JS with the celebration of our 100-year anniversary and our rebrand, it is a great time to be at JS.”

James Wood, accounts partner, added: "I am delighted to have made Partner at JS and be part of the firm’s amazing success. The practice is forward-thinking and people-focused, and this has helped us to develop strong lasting relationships with our clients and beyond. I am looking forward to helping drive the firm forward and being part of the Partnership Team.”