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Dunkley’s Chartered Accountants’ founder Mike Dunkley has announced his retirement exactly 35 years after establishing the firm.
The Bristol-based accountancy firm has grown from a sole trader operation into a business employing more than 50 members of staff.
The firm moved to Bradley Stoke early in its history to facilitate expansion. Growth has been driven by organic development and the acquisition of several firms, including Robinson and Co, Bruce N Simmonds and Associates, Bryan Stone and Co, and Gillespie BS Limited.
Management of the company remains with directors Lisa White, Matthew Dobbins, and Joe Weston. The leadership team has reported a fourfold increase in turnover since taking over day-to-day operations and has introduced a nine-day fortnight for staff.
The firm provides audit, tax, payroll, and advisory services to various sectors including healthcare and construction. It was also named independent firm of the year for the South West at the British Accountancy Awards in 2019.
Dunkley said: “When I founded Dunkley’s in 1991, I simply wanted to build a business that put people first. Over the years, it’s been a privilege to support so many clients through their business journeys and to work alongside a fantastic team.
“The relationships built along the way have meant a great deal to me, and I’m incredibly proud of what the firm has become. I leave it in very safe hands and look forward to seeing it continue to grow and evolve.”
Weston added: “We’re excited about the future of Dunkley’s. Building on the strong foundations Mike created, our focus is on continued growth, innovation and delivering even greater value to our clients.
“I joined the firm as an apprentice over a decade ago, and to now be part of the leadership team is something I’m incredibly proud of. That kind of progression really reflects the opportunities Mike created within the business.”
