Our work requires smart people to not only keep up with industry developments – ensuring our customers stay within the legislation – but to also embrace change; new technologies, improved processes, innovative solutions.
Meet the Team
Your Business Partners
We’re here to get to know you and your business just as much as saving you tax and maximising your profit. We see ourselves as much more than just accountants.
Our accountancy business in Chorley is built on big ideas. We learn from others, adapt our practices and introduce new ones.
We take our culture and goals seriously, continuously improving on the past.
We filed our first set of customer accounts in 2010, and today support growing businesses with all wild-and-wonderful challenges standing in the way of their own vision.
Michael Godsmark Managing Director
I created Woodville in 2010. Starting locally in Chorley, I grew my network of customers around the North West using flyers and word-of-mouth – techniques from my previous life as a DJ.
Now in 2020, I believe in business improvement. My office bookshelf grows each month with business and tax books. I practice what I preach, I continue to develop my business in the same way that Woodville supports businesses to grow and realise their potential.
You may have seen I’ve even started my own business podcast!
Favourite quote: “It isn’t enough to think outside of the box, it’s time to start acting outside of the box” Tim Ferriss
Steff
Office Manager
Responsible for ensuring clients are on boarded efficiency and the smooth running of the office.
I joined Woodville in 2014. Having predominantly worked in the customer service sector, my passion lies in the customer journey and ensuring we provide the best service possible for all our clients.
The accountancy industry has significantly changed even just in the time I have started, with everything now online it’s great to have such an agile working environment. This has allowed me to go full time and balance having young children around work.
Eleanor
Accountant
Responsible for client’s year end accounts and self assessment tax returns.
I like to get our customers in order with their accounts and tax returns ensuring a smooth process when it comes to year end.
Callum
Accounts
Responsible for ensuring client’s books are in order ready to be reviewed.
I joined Woodvilke in 2016 whilst starting my AAT Level 3 at Preston. I have since completed AAT Level 4 and progressed from looking after payroll and VAT to assisting with the completion of accounts.
Claire
VAT / Cloud Accounting Manager
Responsible for our cloud accounting experience and client’s vat returns.
I joined the team in Jan 2020, I have 20 years experience within the accounting practice, primarily in the retail industry. I work full time as well as being a mum to two young children.
I’m looking forward to gaining more experience in different industries and helping business owners see the benefits of cloud accounting.
I love delivering 121 training sessions with our clients on QuickBooks Online, making sure they get to grips with Making Tax Digital.
Michelle
Payroll Administrator
Responsible for the whole payroll journey for our clients, from setting up schemes to ensuring that submissions are sent in on time and all your queries are dealt with efficiently.
We Like To
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PUSH BOUNDARIES
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EMPOWER CUSTOMERS
We are excited about providing leading online accountancy services that empower customers to drive their businesses forward. We know that the more knowledge we can impart allows you to make better decisions which grow your business much quicker.
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ENCOURAGE IDEAS
We encourage our team to openly discuss ideas and give them the independence to explore them fully. This allows us to grow as a business meaning we’re better placed to help you even more.
Some Things That Make Woodville Unique
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Standup Desks
We work at stand-up desks, and you may even see Michael sat on a gym ball (now that’s a unique way to do your computations!)
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Drinks galore
You can request quite an array of drinks when you come for a meeting: from fresh coffee to a refreshing herbal tea.
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Funky music
We love our music and listen to the radio in the office
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Community networking
Coming Soon – We will be holding Woodville Community days to support networking amongst our clients.
