Bury St Edmunds accountants, Whitings LLP, appoints new partner and associate

A chartered accounts firm has welcomed a new partner and associate.

Whitings LLP, based in Skyliner Way, Bury St Edmunds, has appointed Ben Beech as partner at its March office, near Peterborough, and Rob Dedman as associate in Bury.

Ben joined Whitings LLP in 2011 as a graduate trainee. After qualifying as a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, he specialised in audit and corporate services, working with many of the firm’s largest clients.

Ben said: “I am thrilled to be appointed as partner at a dynamic, fast-growing firm which takes pride in developing talent internally.

“Becoming a partner took hard work, determination and support from my colleagues. I look forward to working with my fellow partners to continue to deliver growth and a personable service to our clients.”

Rob joined Whitings LLP as senior tax manager in 2023, having both worked for firms and HM Revenue and Customs as an inspector of taxes. He is a CTA and STEP qualified tax advisor.

Rob said: “I am delighted with my appointment and look forward to helping Whitings LLP grow their offering for private clients, their families, trusts, states and non-contentious probate matters.

“Having worked here for just over a year, I am excited to see what the future brings.”

Andrew Band, a partner at the March office and member of the firm’s executive board, said: “Ben’s appointment “will not only enhance our service delivery to our clients in the Fenland region, but his input will also influence the strategic direction of the firm for the future.”

Chris Ridgeon, partner at the Bury St Edmunds office and Chairman of Whitings LLP said he is delighted to have Rob as an Associate.

“His appointment will strengthen the delivery of our personal tax compliance and advisory offering to our clients”, he said.