James Delve

Hello…

I am a Partner based in the firm’s Derby office. I am a Chartered Accountant, auditor and business advisor with particular expertise within healthcare, academies and manufacturing sectors.

What can I do for your organisation?

I manage a varied portfolio of clients for audit/accounts purposes and offer business advice on a number of areas, from financial management through to refinancing, restructuring and acquisitions.

Experience counts

Since joining Smith Cooper in 2009, I have worked with a range of clients from small owner managed businesses to companies with turnover in excess of £100m.

I have progressed through the company, achieving three consecutive promotions, the most recent of which has taken me to Partnership level. I am now responsible for a portfolio of audit clients, and also direct a range of advisory assignments, which include acquisitions, restructuring and refinancing solutions.

Deeper knowledge

I graduated from Manchester University and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in August 2012 where my hard work and excellent exam results won me the prestigious Strachan Prize for finishing 4^th in the International Order of Merit.

Since joining the firm, I have gained a specialism in dealing with complicated business advisory assignments, such as the £16.5m refinancing of a care home client, turnaround and restructuring of a domiciliary care business, together with various IBR assignments. My relationship with clients teamed with my knowledge has led to me becoming a trusted go-to advisor at a very young age.

Personally speaking

In my spare time I enjoy watching and playing sport including golf, racquetball and football, and am a passionate Derby County supporter. I also take an active involvement in charity work taking part in a number of events, fundraisers and running the London Marathon to raise money for my chosen charity.