Ashmole & Co welcomes new trainee accountant

Ashmole and Co has welcomed Owain Rees as its new trainee accountant in its Llandeilo team.The firm said it is committed to supporting its local communities by employing local talent, adding that “from trainee accountants to customer services, every member of the team is sourced from within the region”. 

Rees recently joined the firm after gaining his A Levels at Ysgol Gyfun Bro Myrddin. He is now studying for his AAT level 4 with Coleg Sir Gar as part of his traineeship with Ashmole and Co. 

As a trainee, he will complete various tasks relating to preparing accounts, VAT and tax returns for clients including local farming businesses, sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. 

Ceri Llwyd, partner in the Llandeilo and Llandovery Ashmole and Co offices, said: “It is important as a profession that we help nurture the next generation of professional accountants. Trainee staff members are the lifeblood for the future success of our firm. 

“We are a local business and our commitment to sourcing local talent stems from our belief that the success of our business is closely tied to the well-being of the community around us. By hiring locally, we can help build a more robust and resilient economy.” 

Rees added: “I’m grateful to Ashmole and Co for giving me this opportunity as a trainee. I had the opportunity to gain work experience at an accountancy firm while I was in school and that influenced my decision to pursue this career. It is very rewarding to be able to support clients with their financial matters.”