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LaytonsChartered
Accountants

About Laytons

Not your typical accountants.

Friendly, approachable and fair. For us it’s not just about the numbers. It’s about building strong, lasting relationships with the people behind them.

Meet the teamOur story
1994Founded in Buxton
30+ yearsServing the High Peak
13Staff members under one roof
ICAEWRegistered general practice

Our story

From a home office in Harpur Hill to a team of thirteen.

Three decades, a few new names and one constant: a practice fully committed to its clients.

  1. 1992 QualificationAfter graduating from Cardiff University in 1986 and training with Deloitte Haskins & Sells (now part of PwC), Robert Layton qualifies as a Chartered Accountant.
  2. 1994 LaunchRob launches the practice from his home in Harpur Hill, Buxton, as Layton & Co.
  3. 1997 First officesThe practice moves into its first offices, near Rock Bay Garages in Burbage, with a new logo.
  4. 1999 A new nameAs its reputation for first-class service grows, the firm rebrands as Layton Associates.
  5. 2001 LaytonLee and Manchester RoadRob forms a partnership with Dave Lee as LaytonLee, and the practice moves to Manchester Road, where we still are today.
  6. 2014 Laytons is bornRob and Dave part ways to pursue independent ventures, and Rob forms Laytons.
  7. 2026 Welcoming Ogden TownsendLaytons begins bringing Ogden Townsend, Alan Ogden’s Macclesfield practice, into the firm as Alan prepares to retire, welcoming its clients and Alan’s daughter Hilary to the team.
  8. Today Still growingWith Rob’s son Jamie now a partner, Laytons is modernising how it works, from paperless filing to secure online portals, while keeping the personal service clients have relied on for 30 years.

Meet the team

Small, friendly and expert.

A team with a wide range of skills, from accounts and Corporation Tax to VAT, personal tax and payroll. Brew ratings included, for full transparency.

Robert Layton Founding PartnerFounded the firm in 1994BSc (Hons), Fellow of the ICAEW (FCA) Rob launched the practice in 1994 as Layton & Co, and has led its growth and direction for over 30 years. Brew skills 2/10Frequency 2/10
James Layton Partner and Senior AccountantJoined in 2018BA (Hons) Jamie is our accounts preparation manager and office manager, looking after our accounts work and the day-to-day running of the firm. Brew skills 8/10Frequency 2/10
Christine Jones Business Services ManagerJoined in 2006 Christine has been with Laytons for 20 years and handles our company secretarial work and all things admin. Brew skills 10/10Frequency 10/10
Dianne Campbell VAT ManagerJoined in 2015BSc (Hons) · MAAT Dianne handles all things VAT and is a full member of the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT). Brew skills 9/10Frequency 9/10
Helen Boulton Payroll ManagerJoined in 2016BSc (Hons) Helen has run our payroll department since 2016, bringing years of experience from running her own business. Brew skills 9/10Frequency 9/10
Chrissy Shaw Receptionist & PAJoined in 2018BA (Hons) The voice and face of Laytons. Chrissy is the first point of contact for every client, keeps Rob’s diary in order and greets everyone with a warm smile. Brew skills 10/10Frequency 10/10
Alex Layton Personal Tax ManagerJoined in 2022BA (Hons) · MA Alex joined in 2022 and heads up our personal tax work, looking after clients from landlords and sole traders to company directors. Brew skills 2/10Frequency N/A
Victoria Waring AccountantJoined in 2023ACCA Chartered Certified Accountant Vic joined in 2023 after several years at BK Accounting, having qualified in 2013. Brew skills 7/10Frequency 2/10
Pippa Peach AccountantJoined in 2024CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) Pippa joined in 2024 and is a fully qualified management accountant. Brew skills 8/10Frequency 8/10
Linda Murgatroyd Payroll AssistantJoined in 2024 Linda joined in 2024 and works alongside Helen in our payroll department, helping to keep our clients’ payroll running smoothly. Brew skills 7/10Frequency 6/10
Helen Arnott VAT AssistantJoined in 2025AAT Level 3 Helen supports Dianne across all things VAT. Brew skills 9/10Frequency 7/10
Anna Oldfield AccountantJoined in 2026AAT Level 4 Anna is the newest member of our accounts preparation team, bringing over 20 years’ experience across a range of roles. Brew skills 8/10Frequency 6/10
Hilary Moitie Admin Services AssistantJoined in 2026BA (Hons) Hilary joined Laytons in 2026 as part of bringing Ogden Townsend into the practice, and supports the team across admin services. Brew skills 8/10Frequency 5/10

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