Testimonials

"I have had the pleasure of working with Chris Locke and Katrina Williams since I joined Williams Fasteners in November 2001 as the Financial Controller. Their expertise, knowledge and professionalism showed from the very start and this helped us to create a working relationship that continues to develop and benefit both the company and myself personally.

In 2005, the opportunity arose for Tony Searles and myself to undertake a management buyout and the first people to provide us with advice were Chris and Katrina.  With their support and guidance, we were able to complete the process within six months.  From the very beginning, Chris introduced us to the idea of how we would be able to finance a proposal that would be of benefit to ourselves, the sellers and the company.  On the day of completion, Chris was with us to the very end helping our solicitors iron out any last minute problems and providing the information and details to satisfy the vendors requests and demands.

Whenever we need assistance or advice, both Katrina and Chris are willing and able to help us in any way that they can – and, most importantly, they communicate in a language that we understand! They leave the jargon behind whenever important matters arise and talk to us at the right level in order to provide a solution that is right for us and the company.

Being based in Sheffield, we are totally aware that finding local accountants could be financially beneficial for the company, but the business relationship we have with Locke Williams Associates cannot be measured by money alone.  The service we receive is first class and they are not just accountants, they are one of our key business partners.

I know that I can speak for Tony here when I say that we consider Chris and Katrina to be colleagues and friends and we wish them all the very best in their new venture."

"Locke Williams Associates provide Autotechnik with a full package of accountancy services. This includes running the company’s payroll, quarterly management accounts, annual statutory audited accounts, together with advice on both the company’s taxation and the director’s personal taxation positions.

Having worked with both partners for more than 14 years we feel that we have always had best advice. Locke Williams Associates deliver an efficient, affordable 'no nonsense' approach to all aspects of accountancy and taxation, which gives us the confidence to focus on the other areas of our business."

"Katrina and the team at Locke Williams Associates have been looking after my personal tax affairs over the last 3 years. I can always rely on them to guide me through the complexities of my tax compliance and to do so in a friendly, understandable and efficient manner. They are always available and welcoming when I need to speak to them and I always feel reassured that my personal tax affairs are in the best possible hands.

Katrina also provided advice, guidance and support through the administration of my late husband’s estate and the continuing trust that was created."

"Chris Locke was recommended to us in 1985 and his first task was to arrange the Incorporation of our new Company and suggest the most appropriate share structure at that time. Over the intervening 25 years Chris and Katrina Williams and their strong team, have offered exemplary professional services in all aspects of our business.

Routine support includes weekly and monthly payrolls, quarterly management accounts and annual statutory accounts and tax compliance and planning. The steady growth of Nobisco has generated additional demands including the setting up further limited companies and partnerships, property purchases, business acquisitions and group restructuring, all in the most tax effective manner.

As important as their technical ability and understanding of our business has been their enthusiasm, encouragement and humour which has helped us through the tough times and has contributed to Nobisco being a better company. We look forward to continuing to work with Locke Williams Associates for years to come."

"We have had the pleasure of dealing with David and the Locke Williams team on a regular basis since starting our business and over the last 5 years.

They are just a phone call away and always willing to support and help us, however large or small the case is.

We consider David and the team to be part of our crucial business team, extending also to our cross border deals.