We're a small, friendly Accountancy firm, based in the Milton Keynes area
Our friendly, knowledgeable and experienced team members always aim to offer support, advice and professional accountancy services to our clients and their business. We are dedicated to continued professional development in order to deliver the highest standards.
As with most people we do have lives outside of work, here is a little peek into our team members, and other things we enjoy doing.
Shaun Balch FCA – Director
Shaun founded Thompson Balch in 1996, and acts for family businesses where he advises on all areas of business and taxation. He specialises in planning for growth and subsequent realisation of value on sale or retirement.
And yes, you guessed it, he’s passionate about golf!
Denise Balch ACA – Director
Denise joined Thompson Balch in 1998; she acts for a wide range of clients, advising them on all areas of business and taxation. She has particular experience with charities and personal taxation.
When not at the office, you’ll find Denise with her horses.
Shaun Balch
FCA - Director
Shaun founded Thompson Balch in 1996, and acts for family businesses where he advises on all areas of business and taxation. He specialises in planning for growth and subsequent realisation of value on sale or retirement.
When not at the office you’ll probably find him on a golf course.
Denise Balch
ACA - Director
Denise joined Thompson Balch in 1998; she acts for a wide range of clients, advising them on all areas of business and taxation. She has particular experience with charities and personal taxation.
When not at the office, you’ll find Denise with her horses.
Brandon Whalley-Nicholson
AATQB
Brandon joined the team in 2020; Having worked within accountancy for 5 years he brings plenty of experience and knowledge with him. He is currently completing his Level 4 AAT and upon completion of this, he will progress onto his ACCA.
On his time off Brandon enjoys relaxing and watching football, Leeds United being the focal point of his interest.
Elliot Peacock
AATQB
Elliot joined Thompson Balch in August 2019, having already started his studies in accountancy. Since joining he has gained lots of valuable experience and is excited to continue his studies to reinforce the knowledge already gained.
Outside of work he enjoys travelling to new places with friends and playing football. When not playing football, he is normally watching it whether it’s his team (Chelsea) or another.
Heather May
Payroll | VAT | Bookeeping
Heather is the newest member of the team at Thompson Balch. She has previous knowledge and experience of working both in industry and practice with a wealth of experience dealing with payroll, VAT Returns and bookkeeping.
Since joining the team, she has utilised all these skill sets. She is also studying for the Association of Accounting Technicians.
In her spare time she enjoys listening to music, spending time with her family, cooking and narrow boating.
Elizabeth Trasler
Bookkeeper | Payroll Clerk | Administrator
Liz joined the Thompson Balch team in March 2020 as a bookkeeper, payroll clerk and accounts administrator.
She has worked in finance for over 20 years – her passion is customer service and is always smiling and has a positive outlook on life.
At home her hands are kept full with two wonderful boys who are rapidly turning into young men. She enjoys being outdoors fishing and keeping herself busy.
