Looking for an established firm of Chartered Accountants in Cheshire, North Wales or the Wirral, Johnstone Howell & Co have had a presence in Ellesmere Port since 1929 when A A Johnstone first opened his office in Carnegie Street. Since then the economic growth and prosperity of the town, the Wirral and the surrounding areas have resulted in the creation of many commercial concerns involving a wide variety of activities and private tax clients who have relied on our support.

We are proud that we now act for clients not only in the North West of England and North East Wales but further afield who represent many business sectors including agriculture, contracting, health, manufacturing, retail and services.

We offer a personal service that is tailored to meet each client's individual needs. Clients have direct access to our partners and senior staff and tend to form close working relationships which enable us to provide help and advice when needed.

We aim to guide our clients through the financial regulatory framework by providing advice that not only complies with the law and best practice but optimises relief for taxation and helps all clients meet their objectives.

L Glasman Bsc FCA

Les Glasman is the audit compliance partner of Johnstone Howell & Co. drawing upon his experience as Audit Manager of a "Big Four" firm. He is also responsible for all quality control procedures and staff training. Les has a broad client base with many clients in the health, contracting and retail sectors. He acts for numerous personal service companies and private tax clients. He is a member of the Faculty of Taxation of the ICAEW.

A M Bagnall FCA

Andrew Bagnall joined the practice in October 2001 initially as Audit Manager. He is a member of the Audit and Assurance, IT and Corporate Finance faculties of the ICAEW. Andrew takes a keen interest in promoting the firm to the local business community. He has extensive experience of acting for all types of owner managed entities, from established businesses to new start-ups.

Mrs E Crozier FCCA

Elaine Crozier trained and qualified as an accountant with Johnstone Howell & Co. For a time she managed the firm's satellite office in Mold looking after the affairs of many agricultural clients. She is a member of the NFU. Elaine also acts for many builders and personal tax clients. She has detailed knowledge of payroll and VAT matters and extensive experience of taxation under the rules of the Construction Industry Scheme.

A F Watson FCA

Mr Watson retired on 31 March 2011. We are delighted that he will continue to act as a consultant to the practice.