Stratford-based chartered accountancy firm Murphy Salisbury has welcomed a new client service manager to its expanding team.

Giles Garratt joins the firm from an established local practice, having lived and worked in the Stratford area for a number of years.

Having qualified as a chartered accountant in 2006, and as a chartered tax adviser in 2008, Mr Garratt has experience in a wide range of matters relating to general practice accountancy, audit and taxation, with a particular specialism in advising high net worth individuals, trusts, companies and partnerships on topics such as VAT compliance to inheritance tax planning.

Senior partner Steve Smith said: “I am delighted to welcome Giles to the firm. He brings with him a great deal of experience in a wide range of matters, as well as having an excellent reputation in the local area.”