Our team
The people behind Barwell Accountants
A friendly team of accountants, bookkeepers and payroll specialists in Wisbech. Get to know who you'll be working with — and drop any of us an email.
4 FCCA accountants
Since 2009 in practice
10 friendly faces
Our office · Wisbech
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Nickie Barwell
FCCA · Owner
I began the company in 2009 with the vision of creating an accountancy business in the area I had grown up in and felt I had a real connection and knowledge about.
With the passion of getting to know my clients and their business, assets and personal tax requirements, I believed I could create a business offering a strong, comprehensive service. Over the years this has grown and the customer area has grown to cover a large area of the East of England. With the development of the methods and ways we work since the business started, we are now able to use online digital software and facilities to work for our clients wherever they are and wherever we are.
I have always aimed to embrace new methods and move with the times, which has allowed the business to grow year on year. I have enjoyed the process of building my own business and feel very strongly this personal experience has added significantly to the connection and advice I can bring to our customers.
Before Barwell Accountants
I trained and worked for 12 years for two accountancy practices in King's Lynn and completed all my exams to become a Chartered Certified Accountant, progressing on to complete my practising certificate and running a large portfolio of customers. I am very proud to say some of the customers from my early days are still with me 29 years later.
Away from the office
I enjoy socialising, travelling and spending time with family and our dogs. My biggest hobby is golf and I play as much as possible in the fair weather.
Nickie Barwell
FCCA · Owner
I began the company in 2009 with the vision of creating an accountancy business in the area I had grown up in and felt I had a real connection and knowledge about.
With the passion of getting to know my clients and their business, assets and personal tax requirements, I believed I could create a business offering a strong, comprehensive service. Over the years this has grown and the customer area has grown to cover a large area of the East of England. With the development of the methods and ways we work since the business started, we are now able to use online digital software and facilities to work for our clients wherever they are and wherever we are.
I have always aimed to embrace new methods and move with the times, which has allowed the business to grow year on year. I have enjoyed the process of building my own business and feel very strongly this personal experience has added significantly to the connection and advice I can bring to our customers.
Before Barwell Accountants
I trained and worked for 12 years for two accountancy practices in King's Lynn and completed all my exams to become a Chartered Certified Accountant, progressing on to complete my practising certificate and running a large portfolio of customers. I am very proud to say some of the customers from my early days are still with me 29 years later.
Away from the office
I enjoy socialising, travelling and spending time with family and our dogs. My biggest hobby is golf and I play as much as possible in the fair weather.
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Accounts & tax
Our accountants
Katy Wicks
FCCA · Accountant
FCCA since 2006; accounts, tax and digital onboarding for owner-managed businesses.
View profile EmailClaire Gayton
FCCA · Accounts & tax
FCCA with 25 years' experience; accounts and tax across a diverse client base.
View profile EmailLucy Davis
FCCA · Accountant
FCCA with 17+ years in practice; cloud accounting and Making Tax Digital support.
View profile EmailJohn Best
Accounts & tax
Joined in 2019 after 36 years in practice; business, corporate and personal tax.
View profile EmailJack Bantoft
Trainee Accountant
ACCA trainee since summer 2024 — learning on live client work.
View profile Email Katy Wicks
FCCA · Accountant
I qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 2006 and joined Barwell Accountants in 2010, working in the accounts and tax department. Much of my time is spent dealing with the accounts and taxation of individuals, partnerships and small to medium sized owner-managed companies. I enjoy the diverse range of businesses to which we offer a tailored service. The area of taxation is of particular interest to me, specifically property tax and tax planning for owner-managed businesses.
I also support clients with timely management information using a variety of software packages such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks, along with additional software platforms such as Hammock. Following our firm-wide focus on supporting our clients to go digital, I work closely with individual clients and members of our bookkeeping team to onboard them onto their preferred software package.
Away from the office
In my spare time I enjoy skiing and fitness. Most weekends I can be found on the side of a rugby or hockey pitch watching my children play. Thankfully my youngest has taken up an indoor sport – gymnastics!
Claire Gayton
FCCA · Accounts & tax
I joined the team in 2011, having originally trained with Nickie in the 1990s! I work on the accounts and tax side of the business and enjoy the diversity it offers. As well as having trained with Nickie, I was also a manager with Katy at a practice in King's Lynn.
I have been qualified 25 years and have seen many changes. I think the firm is progressive and adapts well to the changing world we live in. We offered a large amount of support to our clients during the challenging Covid-19 pandemic, and I believe we are well placed to deal with Making Tax Digital (MTD).
Away from the office
Outside of work I enjoy running and I'm currently training for my first marathon. I spend a lot of time transporting my two boys to various events, and supporting my husband who chairs a youth football club. On the rare occasion we get any spare time we like eating out and doing escape rooms.
Lucy Davis
FCCA · Accountant
I joined Barwell Accountants in 2015 as a qualified accountant and have over 17 years' experience working in practice. I work with a wide range of clients in different sectors offering accounts, tax and management accounting services.
I have a keen interest in cloud accounting and work with new and established businesses to help streamline their accounting systems, allowing access to real-time accounts information to ensure compliance with Making Tax Digital. I enjoy meeting clients face to face in order to build a great working relationship with them.
Away from the office
Outside of office hours, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and can often be found on the side of a football pitch supporting my son. I also have a toddler who does her best to keep me on my toes.
John Best
Accounts & tax
I started in a small accountancy practice in Essex in 1983 after working in banking in the City of London. The practice then merged with a larger accountancy firm in 1995. Following 36 years in general practice working with a wide range of clients' businesses spread throughout the UK, I relocated to Cambridgeshire and joined Barwell's in 2019. My experience is ideally suited to assisting clients in their business, corporate and personal tax affairs.
Away from the office
After playing hockey for many years, I now enjoy supporting the local hockey, football, rugby and cricket teams. Until recently I also enjoyed training motorcyclists to an advanced level and, much to my wife's delight, enjoy DIY around the home.
Favourite food
Indian, Mexican and South American.
Jack Bantoft
Trainee Accountant · Studying ACCA
I joined Barwell Accountants in the summer of 2024 and am currently studying towards my ACCA qualification to become a chartered accountant. After completing my A-levels at sixth form, I was eager to begin gaining real-world experience in the accounting field, which led me to take on this role straight after school. Starting my career here has given me the opportunity to apply what I'm learning in a practical environment, while continuing to build my knowledge and confidence through hands-on work.
Working alongside an experienced team has been incredibly valuable, and I'm excited to keep developing both personally and professionally as I progress through my ACCA exams.
Away from the office
Outside of work, I enjoy going to the gym and following my favourite football team, Peterborough United, regularly attending their matches.
Bookkeeping, payroll & CIS
Our bookkeeping and payroll team
Jaclyn Gartside
Bookkeeping, Payroll & CIS
With the firm since 2013; VAT, CIS, payroll and bookkeeping support.
View profile EmailCerys Gilbert
AAT qualified · Bookkeeping, Payroll & CIS
AAT qualified; payroll, bookkeeping and CIS — joined as an apprentice in 2020.
View profile EmailLisa Wright
Bookkeeping, Payroll & CIS
Bookkeeping, payroll and VAT; connected to the firm for over 12 years.
View profile EmailAshlee Wright
Trainee Bookkeeper / Administrator
Reception and admin; supports bookkeeping and payroll day to day.
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Jaclyn Gartside
Bookkeeping, Payroll & CIS
I joined the business in 2013, and have seen and been part of the growth in the bookkeeping and payroll department; throughout this time there have been many legal changes from HMRC.
With the wide client base we have, I enjoy working closely with all clients in processing their VAT returns, CIS returns, payroll and bookkeeping. I enjoy working with clients to get them up and running on their own bookkeeping, so they feel that they can still be in control but supported when they need it.
Before Barwell Accountants
I studied business at college and then went straight into accountancy when I finished school; my experience is in both practice and industry.
Away from the office
I am a mum now, so have fun with my little boy who keeps me busy. On top of this I have a black lab called Chester and a collie called Pat. When I get time, I enjoy exercising and home décor.
Cerys Gilbert
AAT qualified · Bookkeeping, Payroll & CIS
I joined the company in the summer of 2020 as an apprentice. Since then, I have achieved my full AAT qualification whilst working within the payroll, bookkeeping and CIS department.
Throughout the years I have worked here, I have developed working relationships with clients as well as my colleagues and love working as part of the team. I enjoy expanding my knowledge more each day and learning new aspects of the job to meet the needs of the clients I work with.
Before Barwell Accountants
I worked in hospitality whilst studying business at college before I began my employment at Barwell Accountants.
Away from the office
Most of my time outside of work is spent with my horse Bounty. He is a palomino Welsh section D. We enjoy rides at the beach and the forest.
Lisa Wright
Bookkeeping, Payroll & CIS
I joined Barwell Accountants in 2023 but have been connected to the company for over 12 years. I'm experienced in bookkeeping, payroll and VAT and work closely with clients to process their records. I've learnt a lot since joining the company — I can now handle and process CIS returns.
Before Barwell Accountants
I worked as an office manager for my brother's haulage business, which involved the day-to-day running of the business, bookkeeping, and keeping up to date with the industry.
Away from the office
Outside of work, I've taken up a new hobby, which is running. I've taken part in a few 10k races and I'm currently training for the Manchester Marathon 2026. I love spending time with my family and going out for food occasionally.
Ashlee Wright
Trainee Bookkeeper / Administrator
I've recently joined the company as a receptionist. I handle incoming calls and ensure a warm and professional first impression for everyone who contacts us or visits the office.
Alongside my reception duties, I also assist with bookkeeping tasks and occasionally run payroll when needed. I enjoy being part of the team and supporting the day-to-day operations in a variety of ways.
Before Barwell Accountants
I worked in hospitality from the age of 16 until I finished sixth form and began at Barwell Accountants in the summer of 2024.
Away from the office
I enjoy going out with my friends, whether that's for food, activities or trips. I like going to the gym, and getting my nails done.
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Barwell Accountants
Established since 2009 — trusted Wisbech accountants supporting clients across East Anglia and the UK.
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01945 581102 07555 154352 info@barwellaccountants.co.ukUnit 24 Pondworld Retail Park
Lynn Road, Wisbech
Cambridgeshire PE14 7DA
Areas we cover
© Barwell Accountants Ltd. ACCA registered practice. Registered in England & Wales, Company No. 06863440. Registered office: Unit 24, Pondworld Retail Park, Lynn Road, Wisbech, Cambs, PE14 7DA.
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