Whitley Stimpson proudly announces the promotion of James Blondel to director at the firm’s Witney office.
After graduating with a First-Class Honours degree in Astrophysics, James began his accounting career at Whitley Stimpson in 2017 as a trainee accountant, finding the profession perfect for his numerical and analytical skills.
He completed his training on the respected Whitley Stimpson training programme, passing his exams on the first attempt and qualifying as a chartered accountant in 2021.
In his new role as director of the Witney office, James will play a key role in delivering accountancy services across various sectors, managing a portfolio of clients and working closely with business owners and their in-house finance departments.
James also heads up the technical development of the trainee team at Whitley Stimpson’s Witney office.
“I’m thrilled to have made director, which is a huge achievement and has been my goal for some time,” James explains. “Whitley Stimpson has provided me with fantastic support over the last eight years, enabling me to progress in my career through ongoing training and professional development.”
“As well as being a great company to work for, Whitley Stimpson provides the perfect environment for both new and experienced accountants. The firm puts a great deal of emphasis on quality training and continual professional development. I know that I have a top-class team of specialists within the firm that I can call on if needed.”
Laura Adkins, director and head of the Whitley Stimpson Witney office said: “We are passionate about providing long-term career paths for all our people, so I’m pleased to announce the appointment of James as a director of the firm.
“James has worked with me in Witney for almost eight years, having trained and qualified here. As those of you that know him will testify, he has wonderful skills and an ethos that we as a firm recognise as important to our future.”
Whitley Stimpson, founded 94 years ago, has built up its expertise and reputation through continuous staff training and development. The firm has created a culture where learning and growth are at the core of its DNA, recognising that ongoing professional development directly correlates to company success.
To ensure achievement at all levels, Whitley Stimpson has created a structured training programme providing tailored learning experiences. From entry-level to long-standing directors, the company encourages continuous knowledge expansion and staying current with the latest business trends.