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Paul Shields
Audit Partner and Head of Newcastle office
2 February 2026
Johnston Carmichael’s Newcastle office has launched a new podcast series, opening with ex-Olympic swimmer Chris Cook as its first guest and adding a fresh voice to the North East’s business conversation.
Stephen Oates
Tax Partner and Head of Payroll and Entrepreneurial Taxes
28 January 2026
Johnston Carmichael appoints Stephen Oates as Head of PayrollJohnston Carmichael has appointed Stephen Oates as Head of Payroll, reinforcing its commitment to guiding employers through upcoming regulatory changes and strengthening its specialist tax leadership.
Emily Young
Chief Marketing Officer
13 January 2026
Johnston Carmichael launches Impact Fund to support charity initiatives ahead of 90th anniversaryLeading UK accountancy and business advisory firm Johnston Carmichael has launched a new fund for colleagues to support charitable initiatives as part of the celebrations ahead of its 90th anniversary this year.
Kirsty Reynolds
Business Advisory Director and Head of Outsourced Finance Services
15 December 2025
Johnston Carmichael partners with Sage to offer powerful new technology that supports SME growthJohnston Carmichael has partnered with Sage to offer new technology that delivers real-time, actionable, financial insight.
John McAuslin
Tax Partner and Head of Corporate Tax
11 December 2025
Johnston Carmichael appoints new Tax Director to support growth in corporate client baseJohnston Carmichael has strengthened its tax advisory team with the appointment of a new tax director as the firm targets continued growth among large corporate clients across Scotland and beyond.