Meet the Team

Em established Jems in 1999. She began as a sole trader and worked for clients as a bookkeeper.

From the beginning she knew Jems could grow, it took a lot of hard work, training and dedication to build the business until it was incorporated in 2008. Em has successfully developed the practice over time to the full service offering it is today. Over those 20 plus years she’s experienced many of the trials and tribulations in building a successful business and loves nothing better than helping her clients to succeed. “It makes it all worthwhile”. Em is a fellow of the AAT and her portfolio includes growing businesses where she can introduce business, accounting and tax solutions, to ensure the client maximises income, protects wealth and reduces tax.

Em loves working with start-ups, helping their businesses grow from virtually nothing into something that a business owner can be really proud of.

In her spare time, Em loves to binge watch box sets, whilst eating chocolate!

Jay joined Jems in September 2008 as a bookkeeper working in the Business Support department. He successfully completed his studies in 2014 and is now AAT qualified.

Jay loves working independently, he particularly enjoys looking after clients that require a higher level of business support, such as companies that need assistance with all aspects of bookkeeping and finance management. Including cashflow, credit control, management reporting and accounts payable.

In his spare time, Jay enjoys researching all aspects of the ancient past and he takes great pleasure in fixing and restoring anything that’s broken.

Zake joined the firm in July 2018 as a trainee accountant working in the Accounts and Business Support department. He has successfully completed his studies and is now an AAT qualified accountant. Zake has already started his ACCA studies in order to achieve a chartered certification.

Zake enjoys being in control of his own client portfolio as it allows him to develop a strong professional relationship with his clients. He thrives on working closely with clients who come to us with their accounts in a mess, he takes matters in hand to re-organise their books and gives the client peace of mind to focus on running their business.

In his spare time Zake enjoys chess, playing rugby, going to the gym and travelling.

Arlo joined the firm on 7th December 2021 as a trainee in the Office Support department. He has successfully completed his studies in being cute and will soon pass his exams in barking loudly during client meetings.

In his spare time, Arlo enjoys eating treats, going for walks and car journeys. However, he is ridiculously scared of his own shadow.