Meet the Team

Partner PhotoDavid Finn

David joined the Practice in 1990 and has since built up a large and varied portfolio of clients. Skilled in preparing business plans and forecasts he is particularly helpful for young businesses in assisting them to grow. His exceptional negotiating skills have proved invaluable for those requiring finance. David is also highly experienced in IT.

Partner PhotoRiki Gangola

After qualifying with a “big 4” firm, Riki joined us in 1997 and became a Partner in 2000. His clients include regulated and multinational groups, as well as fast growing owner managed companies. As a Staff Partner, he is involved in the recruitment and training of staff and overseeing their professional development. Riki also periodically contributes articles on various financial matters to the national press.

Partner PhotoKenneth Keller - Consultant

Ken's particular expertise relates to the accounting and taxation aspects of the Estates of the Deceased, Estate Planning, obtaining Probate and acting as an Executor under client’s wills. His administrative expertise ensures the Practice runs smoothly in all respects.

Partner PhotoHarold Newman - Consultant

Harold is a natural communicator who speaks the language of business. Since founding the Practice in 1962 he has nurtured a talented and loyal team of professional Partners, and today Newman & Partners is a thriving Practice with over 65 staff servicing the accountancy, taxation and business requirements of a wide range of clients. Harold continues to bring to the Practice, new clients and to offer his support to the team.

Partner PhotoRoger Nyman

Roger, our Senior Partner, has a wealth of experience gained initially with a central London practice. He became a Partner here in 1992 and his dynamic approach to problem solving and his enthusiasm for new challenges, coupled with his expertise in IT provides invaluable assistance to clients. Under his expert guidance the Practice continues to flourish.

Partner PhotoHimat Patel

Himat is responsible for ensuring the Practice consistently operates to the highest professional standards. He qualified in 1980 and joined us in 1984. His role is to keep abreast of the constant flow of new standards and regulations in the profession and to advise on complex accounting and auditing issues. His client portfolio also includes some of our largest clients.

Partner PhotoLyndon Perez

Lyndon qualified in 1991 and became a Partner here in 2002. He provides accountancy and taxation services particularly to owner managed businesses and a wide range of self-employed clients and is also our law society specialist. Lyndon is proficient in all major accounting software systems in the accountancy field and can therefore advise clients on how best to keep financial records.

Partner PhotoParesh Radia

Paresh qualified in 1991 and became a Partner in 1998. He has a wide ranging knowledge of all aspects of auditing and accountancy and specialist knowledge of conducting due-diligence enquiries, forensic accounting, and FSA regulated businesses. He also provides support and guidance for many smaller business through acquisitions, mergers or disposals.

Partner PhotoPaul Stafford

Also working from the Southend-on-Sea office, Paul qualified in 1996 and subsequently became a Partner. He takes an active interest in the management and development of his clients businesses and this long term approach ensures a high level of involvement and many client referrals. Paul also acts as a Director of the Local Business Enterprise Agency.

Partner PhotoGraham Vickers - Consultant

Graham qualified in 1974. He now concentrates on helping clients develop and achieve the full potential of their businesses. He also runs strategic planning sessions and business building seminars for clients.

Partner PhotoMahesh Sachdev

Mahesh commenced his training with us in 1997 and went on to qualify in 2001. His next role involved taking the lead in numerous due diligence projects whilst working for one of the "Big 4" firms specialising in Technology, Media and Communications. Having returned to Newman & Partners in 2006, he has been involved in various aspects of our Practice including assisting start up businesses, leading our larger audit assignments and acting for non profit organisations.

Partner PhotoHoward Weintrob

Howard has over 25 years of experience in tax and has worked in several leading firms and is a qualified Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Adviser and Financial Adviser. He has written and lectured on a variety of topical subjects and advises on the whole spectrum of tax both corporate and personal including enquiry work, VAT issues and Inheritance tax planning. Howard's mission in life is to save our clients tax!