A LONG-established Andover business has merged to bring a wealth of experience to a Hampshire accountants.

Carole Judd Chartered Accountants, in Winchester Road, has joined forces with Colden Common-based Smith Newmans.

Run by Carole Taylor, the town practice has been operating for more than 25 years, providing a tax and accountancy service to a 150-plus client base, ranging from limited companies and partnerships through to sole traders and personal tax clients.

Smith Newmans has said that her wealth of experience, particularly in small business, is a perfect addition to the brand.

And her knowledge further strengthens the company’s position as a leading accountancy and business advice service for small and owner-managed businesses across Hampshire and beyond.

Speaking about the expansion, director of Smith Newmans, Nigel Newman said: “This is such an exciting time for our business. I’m delighted to be working with Carole and combining our many years of financial and commercial experience to also help businesses in the north of the county grow and succeed.

“Andover is a town that is very close to my heart. I was born in the town, grew up there and have worked there in the past. I am looking forward to being involved in the local business community once again and working with businesses in the town.”

Carole Taylor added: “I’m very proud to have represented the Andover business community for the past 25 years and to have worked closely with my clients to really understand their needs and provide them with tailored advice.

“Continuing to offer this personalised service to my clients is really important to me, and now, as part of the Smith Newmans team, I’ll be able to offer them a wider range of services, such as business and cloud software advice, especially with Making Tax Digital rapidly approaching. It will also enable us to help more businesses of all sizes in the town.”