Our Team

The professionals who are transforming the traditional world of accountancy.

Industry Certified
Forward-Thinking
Business-Friendly
Commercially Orientated

Success isn’t just about numbers—it’s about vision, collaboration, and determination. We partner with our clients to turn ambition into achievement, bringing fresh energy, bold ideas, and a commitment to trust and teamwork. Together, we make things happen.

Meet Our Team

“Great things in business are never done by one person; they’re done by a team of people.” – Steve Jobs

Richard Mullaly

Director, FCCA

Holly Lane

Senior Manager, ACA FMAAT

Carly Hines

Senior Manager, FCCA

Jess Martin

Senior Manager, MAAT

Debbie Bayley

Management Accountant and Payroll

Denise Easter

Bookkeeper, MAAT

Sydney White

Trainee Accountant
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Business Address
Cornwallis House, Howard Chase,
Basildon, Essex, SS14 3BB
Contact Us
Call us: 07534 419 048
Opening Times
Mon - Fri: 9.00am - 5pm
Weekends : Closed
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About Michelle

Michelle joined AMBER Partnership in 2023, bringing over 18 years of experience as an Executive Assistant at highly regarded London law firms.

She plays a crucial role in managing statutory filings, handling HMRC correspondence, and ensuring compliance with Companies House regulations, providing seamless administrative support to our clients.

Michelle is also responsible for onboarding new clients and overseeing the firm’s AML compliance, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met efficiently.

Outside of Work

Outside of work, Michelle enjoys spending time with her partner and two football-loving sons, who keep her busy with their various after school clubs.

She also stays active, enjoys family holidays, and socialising with friends.

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Jess Martin

Senior Manager, MAAT

About Jess

Jess is a highly hands‑on and dedicated member of the team, managing all aspects of her client portfolio with care and precision. Her work spans advisory support, accounts preparation, VAT, payroll and personal tax, giving clients a single, reliable point of contact for their day‑to‑day and strategic needs.

Known for her friendly nature and exceptional client service, Jess consistently goes above and beyond. Having experience running her own practice for a number of years she is committed to delivering clear, practical solutions and is always willing to put in the extra effort to ensure her clients feel supported and well looked after.

Outside of Work

Jess is a devoted mum to two children and loves spending time with her family. She enjoys travelling and discovering new places, and keeps active through regular Pilates, helping her stay balanced and energised.

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Carly Hines

Senior Manager, FCCA

About Carly

Carly brings a wealth of experience in practice, working across a wide range of sectors and supporting clients with accounts, tax returns, P11Ds and compliance. Her depth of technical knowledge and long-standing experience make her a trusted advisor to both individuals and businesses, ensuring accuracy, clarity and a consistently high standard of work.

Carly’s background spans all areas of general practice, giving her a strong understanding of the challenges faced by SMEs and enabling her to deliver practical, reliable solutions that keep clients on track and fully compliant.

Outside of Work

Carly is a proud mum to two very sporty children who keep her busy with athletics and football commitments. A lifelong Southend United supporter, she loves cheering them on whenever she can. Family holidays are her favourite way to unwind, and she lives for spending quality time away with her loved ones.

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Holly Lane

Senior Manager, ACA FMAAT

About Holly

With over 13 years of experience in accountancy, Holly plays a key role at AMBER Partnership, providing high-level support to clients across a range of industries. Her expertise ensures businesses receive tailored financial guidance, helping them navigate complex tax, compliance, and strategic planning challenges.

As a senior figure within the firm, Holly oversees intricate client accounts while also leading the training and development of our team. Her commitment to professional growth ensures that our accountants maintain the highest standards of expertise and service.

With a hands-on approach and a deep understanding of financial matters, Holly remains a trusted advisor for businesses seeking proactive and strategic solutions that drive success.

Outside of Work

Holly maintains an active lifestyle, balancing regular workouts at her local gym with training for competitive events like Hyrox.

She enjoys exploring new destinations, spending quality time with family and friends, and attending live music events whenever possible.

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Richard Mullaly

Director, FCCA

About Richard

Richard founded AMBER Partnership Ltd in March 2023, building on nearly two decades of experience in accountancy and finance. Since 2005, he has worked with two leading local accountancy firms, bringing a wealth of expertise in delivering tailored financial solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

Passionate about supporting business owners – especially start-ups – Richard specialises in implementing systems and processes that enhance efficiency and drive profitability. His experience spans industries including construction, mining, sports & leisure, hospitality, media, and financial services.

Richard provides corporate finance advisory services, handling company sales, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and financing solutions. He ensures robust corporate governance, delivering comprehensive financial projections and strategic tax structuring to facilitate smooth and successful transactions.

Whether guiding businesses through tax complexities or optimising financial strategies, Richard provides expert insight and practical solutions that empower clients to succeed.

Outside of work

Richard enjoys spending quality time with his wife and three children, whether it’s enjoying a holiday, discovering new places, or eating out together.

He also maintains an active lifestyle, balancing football, golf, and regular gym workouts to stay energised and focused.

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Debbie Bayley

Management Accountant and Payroll

About Debbie

Debbie brings strong practical experience to the team, supporting clients with general bookkeeping, payroll for our larger clients, and management accounts. Drawing on her background as a financial controller, she plays an important role in helping clients strengthen their internal accounts functions, ensuring processes run smoothly and financial information is accurate and up to date.

Her hands‑on approach and commercial awareness mean she quickly understands how each client operates, allowing her to provide reliable support across day‑to‑day bookkeeping, payroll cycles and management reporting.

Outside of Work

Debbie enjoys spending quality time with her family, relaxing with a nice glass of wine, and travelling whenever she gets the chance.

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Denise Easter

Bookkeeper MAAT

About Denise

Denise brings extensive experience from her many years working in practice, supporting a wide range of clients with meticulous and reliable bookkeeping. She specialises in CIS returns, VAT and day‑to‑day bookkeeping, ensuring records are accurate, compliant and always up to date.

Alongside her core portfolio, Denise also supports several of our larger clients with their internal bookkeeping needs — including raising sales invoices, processing supplier payment runs and maintaining smooth financial workflows. Her attention to detail and organised approach make her a trusted and valued part of the team.

Outside of Work

Denise is a devoted mum and loves spending quality time with her child. She enjoys gardening as a way to unwind, finding it a relaxing balance to her busy working life.

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Sydney White

Trainee Accountant

About Sydney

Sydney has recently joined AMBER Partnership as a trainee accountant and is beginning her journey in the profession. She will be studying towards her AAT qualification, with the long‑term goal of progressing to become a chartered accountant.

Sydney supports our accounts team across a variety of tasks, gaining hands‑on experience while developing her technical knowledge. We are proud to support her training and excited to help her grow into a fully qualified accountant in the years ahead.

Outside of Work

Sydney enjoys spending time with friends and family and loves to travel.