The Team of Experts at Maynard Johns Accountants
The team are at the centre of our business, and their training and development help our firm stay ahead.
We are an accredited training office for both the Institute of Chartered Accountants and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, and we have students working with us who are progressing through the firm.
In addition to our key staff listed below, we also have an excellent support team covering all the administrative, payroll and accounts preparation needs.

Jane Maynard BFP FCA
Managing Director Senior Accountant and Business Consultant
Jane Maynard is both a qualified Chartered Accountant and Business Mentor, with over 30 years of experience advising businesses of all sizes from start-up through to sale or retirement. Jane is renowned for her straight-talking and proactive advice, with a talent for problem-solving and strategic thinking and heads up the team at Maynard Johns.
She has been listed in the top three Influential Business women and Inspirational leaders in Devon more than once. In the past, she has held positions such as Chairman of the local Federation of Small Businesses and had two appointments as the local President of the Chamber of Commerce.
When she finds time, she is a keen artist and photographer, and her work can be found in our offices.

Alistair Maynard BFP FCA CTA
Senior Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor
With the combination of qualifications of both Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor, Alistair Maynard’s range of experience provides clients with a full spectrum of high level tax assistance. He is an avid traveller and a lover of the natural world and combines these passions as often as possible.

Edward Johns FMAAT
Senior Accountant and Business Mentor

Darren Lovelock FCCA
Senior Accountant & Client Manager
Darren, a fellow of the Association of Certified Accountants, has over 30 years’ experience in accountancy practices. Darren is part of the team looking after a wide range of clients, from sole traders to large limited companies and everything in between.

Helen Drummond FMAAT
Client Manager

Samantha Speed
Digital Manager and Xero /Quickbooks Pro Advisor
Sam is our Digital Manager and provides expert advice to clients on selecting and implementing the right software for their business. As an accredited Xero Advisor and QuickBooks ProAdvisor, she has extensive knowledge of accounting software and how it can support businesses of all sizes.

Martin Morgan FCCA
Micro Business & Personal Tax Manager
Martin, a qualified Certified Accountant and has gained experience working commercially prior to qualifying as an accountant, which gives him an excellent understanding of accounting systems and the challenges faced by businesses.

Ashley Goodhead FCCA MAAT AATQB
Client Manager
Ashley works alongside Edward Johns helping to look after his clients on a day to day basis dealing with accounts, tax and VAT issues. Ashley has completed his professional training with us and is a fully qualified Certified Accountant.

Tiffany Varty FMAAT
Client Manager
