About Us
ABOUT LM GRIFFITHS & CO. CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS
LM Griffiths & Co operates as a chartered firm under the auspices of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
The practice was established by Linda Griffiths in 1993.
It currently has two partners, Mike Harries (FCCA) and Paul Murray (FCCA).
Over the years, the firm has grown principally by recommendations from existing clients.
Within West Wales, it has earned itself a strong reputation for being effective and efficient as business advisers and accountants. This reputation has been achieved by building a relatively small but highly dedicated team of professionals thus ensuring that a high standard of technical competence is delivered at all times.
Our well-trained staff have many years of experience in dealing with all types of businesses, including solicitors, charities, not for profit entities as well as limited companies, sole traders and partnerships covering a wide range of business activities.
Mike Harries FCCA
Director
Mike studied business and accounting in Bedfordshire University before coming home to Pembrokeshire and spent over 10 years in the tourism sector as an accountant in hotels where he gained a tremendous amount of knowledge in that sector.
He joined the practice in 2007 and became a partner of the firm in 2012.
He specialises in all areas of Corporate accounts and taxation, together with sole trade and partnership affairs.
Born in Cardiff but raised in Pembrokeshire. He is married to Debra and enjoys football (Liverpool FC) and travel.
Paul Murray FCCA
Director
Paul started with LMG in 2006 and he has worked through each stage of his apprenticeship before gaining his ACCA qualification in 2016. He became a partner of the firm in 2018.
He specialises in all areas of Corporate accounts and taxation, together with sole trade and partnership affairs.
Paul hails from Neyland, and is recognised for his cricketing activities in the successful Neyland team. Paul also played rugby and football for Neyland until injury brought about an early retirement!
Married to Faye with whom he has a lively son, and where the sporting legacy is continuing.
Sarah Beckwith
Tax assistant
Sarah has 20 years’ experience in private practice, originally training in personal tax and is now also taking on an accounts production role.
Sarah joined the firm in November 2017 and is currently studying for her ATT (Association of Taxation Technicians) qualification.
When not in the office Sarah enjoys keeping fit, Celtic longboat rowing and walking her dog around the Pembrokeshire coastline.
Charlotte Russell ACCA
Senior accountant
Charlotte is AAT (Association of Accounting Technician) qualified and then went on to become ACCA qualified in 2022. Charlotte works in an accounts production role, along with company and personal taxation responsibilities.
When not in work or studying, Charlotte enjoys spending time out and about in Pembrokeshire, reading and visiting as many of the Greek islands as possible.
Clare Tucker
Accounts assistant
Clare is AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) qualified and has nearly 30 years` experience in both private and public practices. She joined private practice straight from school for 4 years gaining valuable accountancy skills. She then worked in the public sector for 25 years in a busy accounts office gaining numerous skills and knowledge.
She joined the firm in September 2019 to work on various accounts including limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
In her spare time Clare enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 children walking and visiting the many attractions of Pembrokeshire`s coastline.
Tania Stephens
Bookkeeper/Payroll Clerk
Tania is AAT qualified with 15 years experience, and joined our team in 2012.
Tania looks after our bookkeeping and payroll clients along with Vikki, and also undertakes the role of ensuring company deadlines are met. She prides herself on her strong organisational skills. Tania is enthusiastic, and is keen to pursue her ATT qualification.
Tania works from reception, where she also performs company secretarial duties and meets and greets clients.
Tania lives in Saundersfoot with her partner and 2 children. She enjoys arts, crafts and reading.