Meet the Team
Robert Tippett FCCA
Director
I qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 2002 and became a director of Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in 2007. Since this time the practice has seen significant growth and has expanded its services to include all aspects of audit, accounts and taxation. This has been achieved with an innovative approach to client service, dedication to team development, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
I have over 20 years of experience in practice and have dealt with a wide range of clients and sectors from small sole traders through to AIM listed plc’s. I have a strong professional contacts list, which together with a can do attitude, enables me to assist clients in a variety of situations. I am also a strong advocate for digital transformation and recognise the importance of evolving and adapting in a rapidly changing economic environment.
I my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family and socialising with friends.
Helen Li-Peart FCCA
Director
After graduating from the University of Warwick in June 2009 with a BSc (Hons) in Mathematics, I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co the following September and qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 2013. I became a director of Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in January 2024 after nearly 15 years of experience in accountancy and engaging with a diverse range of clients. My expertise spans preparation of financial statements, company and personal tax, payroll, VAT, and management accounts.
I am a keen rock climber, yogi and devoted fan of Moto GP, although most of my spare time is now spent making memories with my family.
Zoe Summerill FCCA
Director
I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in September 2008 as a school leaver. During my time at Leesing Marrison Lee & Co I have completed my professional exams, and qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 2017. I became a director of the company in January 2024. My role within the business includes preparation of accounts for owner managed business, sole traders and partnerships. I also assist with bookkeeping and VAT returns and have particular knowledge in Xero accounting software.
The majority of my spare time is spent supporting my two children on the football field. I also enjoy socialising and visiting family and friends.
Emma Wilson FCCA
Director
I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in September 2011, where I have completed my professional exams and qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in April 2017. I became a director of the company in January 2024. My current role includes accounts and payroll preparation as well as training and supervising junior members of staff.
Outside work I enjoy spending time with my family, reading and going to concerts.
Sarah Tippett
Payroll manager
I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in February 2008 after gaining 20 years of accountancy experience in industry and practice. My duties as Payroll Manager include preparation of wages for companies of all sizes, resolving payroll issues, overseeing payroll changes and upgrades, and supervising and coaching staff.
When I’m not at work, I enjoy my home life of caring for my family, especially my granddaughter, long walks with Ted the Cocker Spaniel, Ballroom Dancing, weekends away and socialising with friends.
Hazel Chetty FCCA
Senior accountant
I completed my B.Com degree in Accountancy from Adelaide University (Australia) in 1997. I qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in 2007.
I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in September 2015 and my main role is the preparation of accounts for Companies, Partnerships and Sole-traders.
Outside of work life, I love to spend time with my family. My hobbies include travelling and reading.
Eric Lee ACCA
Senior Accountant
I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in April 2021. I completed my ACCA exams before I joined and had an opportunity to complete the Advanced Tax exam in September 2022. I qualified as a Chartered Certified Accountant in April 2024. My current role includes accounts preparation, bookkeeping and payroll.
Outside work I enjoy doing outdoor activities such as football and hiking.
James Baldwin-Kerrigan
Trainee accountant
After completing Level 3 AAT and graduating from the University of Lincoln with a BA (Hons) in Business and Finance, I joined Leesing Marrison Lee in April 2023 and have now begun my studies towards the ACCA qualification. My current roles consist of accounts preparation, bookkeeping and payroll.
Within my spare time I enjoy activities such as fishing, attending festivals, and spending time with family and friends.
Jack Craven
Trainee accountant
I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in September 2023 after completing my level 3 AAT and gaining 3 years’ experience in industry, I am now looking to complete my ACCA qualification. My current role includes accounts preparation, bookkeeping and payroll.
In my spare time I enjoy going to the gym, spending time with family and friends and watching football.
Emilia Sztyler
Bookkeeper
I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in August 2023 after moving to the area from London where I studied level 2 AAT. I am now continuing my studies with level 3 AAT. My role includes preparing VAT returns, bookkeeping and payroll.
Outside of work I enjoy travelling with my family, dancing with my lovely husband, playing volleyball, practicing yoga, reading a book and baking with my beautiful daughters.
Julie Valverde
Administrator
I joined Leesing Marrison Lee & Co in March 2018.
I have worked in a variety of different administration roles and have over 20 years’ experience working in an office environment. My main roles here as office administrator are answering the telephone, arranging appointments for clients, sending out letters and emails, together with facilitating the smooth running of the office.
Other duties include scanning, filing and keeping time records. I also became a qualified first aider in 2023.
In my spare time, I enjoy socialising and spending time with my family.
