Profiles

Keith Luxford FCA

Telephone: 01622 759121

Email: kluxford@levicksaccountants.co.uk

Position: Partner at our Maidstone office

Qualifications: Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales

Experience & specialisms: On leaving Sevenoaks School in 1971, Keith entered into a training contract with a top 25 London Firm. On qualifying as a Chartered Accountant he spent a short period in the tax department of a top 5 Firm before deciding to give up commuting to London and work locally. Keith joined Levicks in 1977, initially as a personal assistant to former partner John Levick, becoming a partner himself in 1979. Keith believes that being able to provide clients with a personal, cost-effective and friendly service has served the Firm well over the years. In addition to attracting significant numbers of new clients, Keith continues to act for a considerable number of individuals and businesses who were with the Firm when he joined.

Outside work: Now living in Tunbridge Wells with wife Deborah, Keith has three children, and in what little spare time he has, enjoys most sports - as a spectator, as well as reading and travel.

Michael Collier ACA

Telephone: 01843 862716

Email: mcollier@levicksaccountants.co.uk

Position: Partner at our Broadstrairs office

Qualifications: Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales

Experience & specialisms: Michael left Borden Grammar School in Sittingbourne in 1973 and immediately joined Levick & Co (as it was then known). He was articled to Michael Fielder and eventually qualified as a Chartered Accountant. Upon qualification he moved to our Canterbury office and in 1984 after moving to the Broadstairs branch gained a Partnership. Being based in Thanet Michael believes that the Firm needs to be able to offer a wide range of services to its large base of clients. "We have to be able to use our experience and expertise to help our clients in whatever way we can"

Outside work: Although born and brought up in the Medway Towns he is resident in Thanet and lives in Broadstairs with his wife Samantha and children aged four and ten. He really enjoys living on the coast but still finds time to return to his roots to watch Gillingham play football.

Tracey Pearcy FCCA

Telephone: 01843 862716

Email: tpearcy@levicksaccountants.co.uk

Position: Partner at our Broadstairs and Canterbury offices

Qualifications: Member of the Institute of Chartered Certified Accountants

Experience & specialisms: Tracey joined the Firm in 1988. She qualified in 1995 and became a partner in 1999. She is responsible for general client services in both the Broadstairs and Canterbury offices. During her time with the firm Tracey has lectured for students at Thanet College. She was responsible for helping the students through the examinations leading to membership of The Association of Accounting Technicians. She found this to be a particularly rewarding part of her career. Tracey has lived in Thanet since 1979, and finished her schooling at Dane Court Grammar School in Broadstairs.

Outside work: Tracey has a passion for foreign travel; it is her ambition to travel the world. She has swam with dolphins in Cuba, an experience she is eager to repeat and has enjoyed several trips to Southern India. She is a member of her local gym and enjoys relaxing with regular yoga classes.

Joy Bishop FCCA CTA

Telephone: 01622 759121

Email:jbishop@levicksaccountants.co.uk

Position:Partner at our Maidstone office

Qualifications: Member of the Institute of Chartered Certified Accountants. Member of the Institute of Tax.

Experience & specialisms: Joy joined Levicks in 1977, two weeks after Keith Luxford (must have been a good year!). Joy qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 1989 and then passed the Institute of Taxation examinations in 1991. Although in general practice, Joy specialises in taxation, and also has a good knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules. "Taxation legislation is constantly changing, and with additional compliance rules also being introduced we at Levicks aim to deal with any problems and queries you have efficiently to enable you to get on with your business and life without worrying. We aim to offer a quality service with a friendly approach."

Outside work: Joy is married with four children aged 18, 16, 7 and 3. She is a member of a gym and relaxes with swimming and tai chi classes.

Julie Griggs FCA

Telephone: 01622 759121

Email: jgriggs@levicksaccountants.co.uk

Position: Partner at our Maidstone office

Qualifications: Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales

Experience & specialisms: Julie joined the Firm in 1984 having previously worked as a stock controller in a car retail company, and a credit ledger clerk at a truck company. She qualified with the Firm in 1990, and was admitted as a partner in 1999. Julie believes that accountancy found her, as her early ambition was to carve a career in the field of biology, the subject in which she has a Degree. "Circumstances were such that I was diverted from my original plans but I have no regrets."

Outside work: Julie has a young son who takes up most of her leisure time but, mum's taxi duties permitting, she is a regular at her local gym and enjoys time with friends and family. She says 'keeping fit helps me to keep a positive outlook on life and cope with the stresses and strains that it throws at me'.

Jon Williamson ACA

Telephone: 01622 759121

Email: jwilliamson@levicksaccountants.co.uk

Position: Partner at our Maidstone office

Qualifications: Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales

Experience & specialisms: Jon joined Levicks in 1990 and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1994. He became a partner in 2000 at the age of 29 and is hoping to bring a touch of youth to the partnership. Jon is in charge of our I.T. department and is able to offer advice in many areas including accounting products such as Sage Instant and Sage Line 50. For clients' businesses to grow in the future it is important that they embrace the changes in technology. Levicks are always looking at the latest technological advances that benefit both our clients and us. Jon is also involved in many of our larger client audits.