About Phil

Phil began his accountancy career after studying at Aberdeen College, joining an accountancy practice where he qualified as an ACCA accountant. Working closely with a wide range of SMEs gave him valuable first-hand experience of the financial and commercial challenges faced by owner-managed businesses.

He then moved into industry, working as a Management Accountant for an international oil and gas organisation. In this role, Phil supported finance operations across Azerbaijan and the UAE, broadening his commercial experience and giving him an international perspective on business and finance.

The opportunity to return to practice eventually brought Phil back to professional services where, for the past ten years, he has worked closely with business owners, helping them navigate financial, tax and wider business challenges. He particularly enjoys building long-term relationships with clients and providing practical advice that helps them make informed decisions and achieve their growth ambitions.

Areas of expertise

• Compliance
• Business Advisory
• Tax planning

Qualifications & Professional Memberships

• FCCA (Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants)

A little about Phil…

Outside work, Phil enjoys keeping active through cycling and swimming, as well as football and watching a wide range of sports. Much of his free time is spent with his family.

He also has a long-running ambition to master the guitar. Having started learning more than 30 years ago, Phil admits it remains very much a work in progress!