Richard heads the Audit team and has dealt extensively with small and medium sized owner-managed companies, not only taking care of their audit but also their accounts, taxation and management information needs. He has also been involved in preparation of business plans for Invest NI and other financial institutions.

He is a fellow of Chartered Accountants Ireland having completed his training and qualifying with the firm in 2002, after graduating from his accounting degree at University of Ulster, Jordanstown.

Richard Stoops
Chartered Accountant and Company Director

Noel established the practice in 1995, having trained with PWC (previously Coopers & Lybrand).  He graduated in 1980 from Queens University, Belfast, and gained his Charted Accountancy training with PWC.

With over 40 years’ experience Noel has extensive knowledge across several business sectors within the UK and Ireland.

Judith’s major task at present is preparing for making tax digital, setting standards for the smooth changeover for the self-employed businesses in April 2026.

Ann-Marie has an Accounting & Finance degree from John Moore’s University, Liverpool.  Ann-Marie qualified as a Chartered Accountant with Noel Conn & Company in 2009.

During her years at University she joined our firm during the summer on our Summer Internship programme gaining a valuable insight into how an Accountancy Practice operates.
Ann-Marie was appointed company director in April 2021.

Now a fellow of Chartered Accountants Ireland, Ann-Marie’s day to day role involves accounts preparation and tax advice.  She mentors new graduates in their steps towards their membership of Chartered Accountants Ireland.

Ann-Marie O’Neill
Chartered Accountant and Company Director

Stuart went on to earn his accounting degree from the University of Ulster and qualified as a Chartered accountant in 2012 under a training contract with the company.

He was appointed as director of Noel Conn and Company in April 2021.

Stuart heads up the VAT team and has a vast range of experience in all aspects Accounts Preparation, Management Accounts, Taxation, Audit and Payroll.

Gemma joined us in a full-time capacity in 2013 after completing her degree and further studying for her masters at University of Ulster.

Gemma was appointed company director in April 2021. 

In her role as Practice Manager, Gemma is responsible for day-to-day practice management and helping our people deliver the best quality client service and value to our client base.

With over 10 years in practice, Ben has attained a wealth of knowledge in accounting and taxation from small personal clients to larger corporate bodies.  Ben has experience with personal and corporate tax compliance in UK and ROI for clients in a wide variety of sectors.

He also advises individuals and businesses on various aspects of tax planning including personal tax, cash extraction, capital allowances reviews, inheritance tax and cross-border issues.

Natasha has a master’s degree in Mathematics from Queen’s University, Belfast.  She completed her training and qualified as a Chartered Accountant with Noel Conn & Company in 2022.

Natasha deals with accounts preparation and tax for limited companies and sole traders.  She is integral to the smooth running of our clients’ businesses by preparing regular Management Accounts to measure profitability and key performance indicators.

Alanna joined Noel Conn & Company after graduating with a 1st Class in her BSc (Hons) Degree in Accounting at Queens University Belfast.

Alanna has successfully completed all her examinations for admission to Chartered Accountants Ireland and will be admitted in April 2025.

She now is involved in preparing Management Accounts and Annual Reports for our clients, assisting them in their tax compliance.

Diane joined Noel Conn & Company in 2015 with a wealth of experience in payroll management. 

She now manages our pensions and its regulations for Auto-enrolment in addition to her Payroll and PAYE responsibilities.

Romain joined Noel Conn & Company in 2020 and had studied with Accounting Technicians Ireland.  He has also achieved a certificate in Irish payroll with IPASS in 2023.

Romain’s day to day role involves in accounts preparation, UK and Irish payroll as well as CIS and self-assessment taxation.

Dylan is continuing his career development and has completed the first year of study towards becoming a Chartered Accountant with Chartered Accountants Ireland.

His primary role is in Accounts Preparation and Taxation work for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies.  However, he is also involved in Payroll, CIS and RCT to help our clients meet their deadlines.

His primary role is in Accounts Preparation and Taxation work for Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies and is also involved in Payroll, CIS and RCT to help our clients meet their deadlines.

Bobby also takes a lead role in developing our IT systems to meet the demands of Making Tax Digital.

He joined the firm in 2023 after been awarded his ‘A’ levels and is currently working towards completion of a Level 5 Diploma through Accounting Technicians Ireland.