Meet the team
We are dedicated to ensuring that you receive the right level of professional support so that your private and business needs are met.
Although each partner has developed specialist knowledge in various sectors, they are both experienced in accounting for small businesses in a whole range of industries. With our many years of experience working in the area, we have real insight into your concerns as a local business.
As a friendly and helpful team, we know that much of our job lies in helping you to understand the tax legislation so that we can work together on the simplest, most efficient way to take your
business forward, year by year.
Jason Whitehead
Managing director
Professional career
The founding partner of Vale Accounting, he decided to launch the company after gaining a number of years' experience in one of York's most established and respected accountancy firms.
Specialisations
- Accounting for forecourts, convenience stores and newsagents
- Using IT to establish more efficient accounting procedures
- Sage & general bookkeeping training
Personal
Outside work Jason plays golf and enjoys walking with his family.
David Orchard
Director and Office Manager
Professional career
David joined the firm in 2005 and shortly after became a partner. He brought a wide range of accounting and tax knowledge and experience with him and has helped establish the firm's reputation in the area.
Specialisations
- Income and Corporation Tax
- VAT
- Payroll
- Outsourced accounting systems
Emma Whitehead
Payroll Manager
Professional career
Emma joined us in 2014 to help with our payroll clients. After previously working in a management accountant role with duties including accounts preparation, payroll, and staff welfare and management she has brought another dimension to the office.
Specialisations
- Payroll
Lorna Dowson
Accounts Assistant
Professional career
Lorna joined the practice in 2013 on a part-time basis and looks after some of our day-to-day bookkeeping clients as well as assisting David with general accounting matters..
Specialisations
- Bookkeeping
Any questions?
Please call us on 01423 359855 or use our contact form.
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