From left to right: Debbie Johnson, Richard Beddow and Sarah Flint are the new associates at Burgis & Bullock, chartered accountants and business advisers.

Local chartered accountants and business advisers, Burgis & Bullock have appointed three new associates.

Sarah Flint, who was recruited from Deloitte & Touche, joined B&B as senior corporate services manager to provide city centre expertise.. As well as audit compliance, Sarah manages work for charities, solicitors and housing associations.

Richard Beddow, a senior client services department manager at the firm, deals with owner managed businesses. He will continue in his leading advisory role of the client management team, whilst specialising in professional partnerships.

Debbie Johnson, a corporate services manager who trained and qualified with Burgis & Bullock, will continue to manage a number of high profile clients, whilst specialising in owner managed companies as well as pension scheme audits.

Commenting on their appointments, Wende Hubbard, partner at Burgis & Bullock said: "The appointment of the Associates is in recognition of their contribution and dedication over the years to the firm."