New Finance Director appointment for Bishop Fleming

Bishop Fleming has appointed a new Finance Director to lead its finance enablement function.

(From left to right: Robert Davey, Partner; John Mockridge, Finance Director; and Andrew Sandiford, Managing Partner)

The firm, which delivers audit, accounting, tax and advisory services to businesses and individuals from the base in the South West and West Midlands, has appointed John Mockridge, a Chartered Accountant, who will be responsible for the firm’s accounting and finance systems as well as further driving the firm’s ambitious growth plans.

Having worked in several finance, audit, and M&A roles including in the Big Four, he joins Bishop Fleming from the leading law firm DAC Beachcroft where he held several finance leadership roles spanning 11 years.

Speaking on his appointment, John commented:

“I’m thrilled to have joined Bishop Fleming at a time when the firm has embarked on an exciting period of growth. I am relishing the fresh challenge this will bring and look forward to engaging with all parts of our business as we go on that journey.”

Bishop Fleming delivered fee growth of 15.5% in 2022 to £38.4m, and has seen headcount grow to over 500 people for the first time. The top 30 firm is currently ranked 5th in the Accountancy Age UK Mid-Tier Power Rankings and is certified as a Great Place to Work®.

Robert Davey, Partner, and Management Board Member at Bishop Fleming added:

“I’m delighted to welcome John to spearhead our finance team, as we enter the next exciting phase of our firm’s development. John brings a wealth of experience, and we look forward to benefiting from his insight and extensive expertise to drive us forward.”