Our Team

  • Andy Thomas - Partner

    Andy Thomas - Partner

    After serving in the Royal Navy, Andy built a varied career with leadership roles in banking, accountancy, financial services, and software.

    He specialises in supporting start-ups and growing businesses in terms of their financial strategy, accounts, and tax planning.

    Outside of work, Andy has three sons and enjoys walking, camping, and all things outdoors. He is also involved as a Treasurer for several local youth organisations.

  • Antonia Tappin - Partner

    Antonia Tappin - Partner

    Antonia is a qualified accountant with an IT background, combining tech know-how with financial expertise. She helps clients go beyond the numbers—offering clear, data-driven insights into cash flow, revenue, resourcing and more, so they can make confident decisions and focus on what they do best.

    Outside work, Antonia keeps busy with her family and golden retriever, Walter! She’s also a keen CrossFitter when time allows.

  • Cveta Stefanova, Accountant, Abacus Jack Accountancy

    Cveta Stefanova, Accountant

    Cveta is an experienced Accountant and Small Business tax expert, working away behind the scenes ensuring clients bookkeeping and accounts are in good order, ready for tax returns, reporting, and all things compliance related. Cveta enjoys delving into the detail, the spreadsheets and the systems that support all our clients.

    Cveta lives in the South of England with her family. The delights of digital working enable her to work from anywhere, and still provide clients with the same fantastic service, including her summer visits to her home country of Bulgaria.

  • Helen Kinleyside, Support Accountant, Abacus Jack Accountancy

    Helen Kinleyside, Accounts Administrator

    Helen has 20 years of experience in Practice Accountancy and small business bookkeeping. As Accounts Administrator, she ensures the office runs smoothly and keeps client records up to date.

    Outside of work, she is married with two sons and a springer spaniel named Buster. She enjoys gym sessions, group workouts, weight lifting, and long walks with Buster.

  • Paige Nash, Support Accountant

    Paige has worked in the accounting industry since leaving education and joined the Abacus Jack team to support clients with payroll, accounts preparation, and management reporting. She holds a CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting and is working towards her ACCA qualification.

    Outside of work, Paige enjoys painting and all things crafty. She’s also a keen powerlifter and loves spending time in the gym. After relocating from Brighton, Paige now calls Newcastle home, where she lives with her fiancé and their cat, Murphy.

  • Daniel Knapp - Accountant

    Daniel has worked in accountancy since leaving school, building years of hands-on experience. As a qualified accountant, he keeps clients’ finances in top shape - from bookkeeping to year-end accounts, and is our go-to Excel whizz.

    Outside work, Daniel volunteers as a Scout Leader, helping young people develop and gain skills for life. He also loves exploring the North East and spending time with his family.