Paul Emmerson – Partner

Paul has been with Smith Emmerson since 1993. He qualified with Stoy Hayward (now Tenon) in 1991 and was with them from 1987 to 1993.

Paul has been the main driver behind developing the practice to the respected position it holds today, and was responsible for the firm winning the AVN Accountancy Firm of the year in 2007. Paul believes the Practice is respected for the high quality work it delivers and has a very proactive business service that all clients benefit from on a very regular basis.

Paul enjoys corporate/business finance, business consultancy and advanced tax planning. Paul is also the Audit Compliance Partner.

Paul takes a keen interest in most sports and enjoys whatever stress-free time he can with his three demanding kids.

Barrie Cupit – Accounts Manager

Barrie has vast accounting and auditing experience having worked in numerous Practices in South and West Yorkshire before joining Smith Emmerson in October 2008. He qualified in 1984 and is a Fellow Member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

Barrie is very much client focused aiming to provide a friendly and professional service on a timely basis for all clients.

Outside of business, Barrie’s main interests are football and ice hockey, being a follower of the Blades and Steelers. As this suggests, Barrie lives in sunny Sheffield.

Neil Moon – Tax Manager

Neil started his career in tax at Tenon as a private client tax assistant and later moved to a local firm where he qualified and gained valuable experience in personal & business taxation for small to medium sized enterprises.

When Neil joined Smith Emmerson in September 2008 he was given a niche role in the tax department dealing with high net worth medical professionals and he has gained a wealth of experience from this. Other specialist areas of taxation for Neil consist of landlords tax and in particular those with Furnished Holiday Lets. Since joining, Neil has been instrumental in developing an efficient tax department enabling us to deliver a proactive service for our clients.

Neil is responsible for overseeing all functions of the tax and payroll department. He is also the firms Money Laundering Officer.

Outside of work Neil is an all round sports fan.

Steven Sharrard – Accounts Senior

Steven joined Smith Emmerson in March 2007 and has since been a rock for the company, Steven strives on pressure situations and has over 11 years experience in all aspects of accountancy after starting life at T Wilford Pell and company as a trainee accountant.

Steven’s main expertise is Sage Line 50, whether it be training clients or producing management accounts and general book keeping for clients. Steven will always make time for all clients’ needs and will adapt as necessary to all working environments.

Steven enjoys all sports, both playing and spectating.

Rob Molloy – Accounts Senior

Currently studying towards the ACCA qualification, Rob is involved with audit, bookkeeping and accounts preparation within the team and enjoys opportunities to meet with the variety of people who form the client base for Smith Emmerson.

Tasha Tilley – Office Assistant

Tasha is in charge of the smooth running of the office while providing administration and bookkeeping assistance.