THERE have been some new appointments and changes among the movers and shakers of accountants and business advisors Haines Watts in Worcester.

Naomi Raaff has joined the payroll team in a busy department processing all sorts of payrolls. Miss Raaff has more than 10 years’ experience, bringing a wealth of knowledge with her.

Ryan Williams, who joined the firm in March 2015 as accounts manager, has been promoted to tax manager. Mr. Williams who lives in Evesham is AAT qualified with seven plus years’ experience, working with a wide range of client types with an extensive knowledge and understanding of the local market.

In addition, Georgia Rocke, a school leaver, is the firm's latest trainee, who will be based in the accounts department in the busy Worcester office. She will be completing financial statements while studying for her AAT qualification.

Tim Pearce, managing partner at the Worcester office in Moor Street, said: “These appointments all reflect our increasing growth particularly in the owner managed business sector, the backbone of the UK economy which faces significant issues. With these new appointments, we are more confident than ever that Haines Watts will retain its position as one of the largest advisors to owner managed businesses in the UK.”