Senior Partner, Andrew Croxford, retired from West End based accountancy firm, Thomson Cooper, on 30 September following 34 years with the firm.
Mr Croxford joined the business as Audit Partner in 1990 after spending four years at a global accounting firm. Over the years he was the main driver in the development of the audit division, taking on the role of Head of Audit. He was appointed as Senior Partner in 2021 following the retirement of David Walker.
Andrew was involved in numerous committees, and in many different roles throughout his career. This included serving on the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland Audit Registration Committee and Church of Scotland Audit Committee. He was actively involved in many charitable and community organisations including as Chairman of the Carnegie Dunfermline Trust and Carnegie Hero Fund Trust.
Thomson Cooper Managing Partner Alan Mitchell commented, “Andrew has made a significant contribution to Thomson Cooper spanning several decades. During his years as Senior Partner, Andrew has navigated the firm through many challenges, including the pandemic. His commitment to clients, staff and the overall development of the firm has been outstanding. A natural on stage, Andrew has been a major contributor to our Business Development Programme, delighting seminar audiences with his quick wit and repertoire of humorous stories. He will be greatly missed and we wish him a long, happy and healthy retirement.”
Alan added, “I will remain in the role of Managing Partner and take over the main leadership responsibilities going forward. The business continues to grow and evolve, and we are proud to remain as an independent practice with the many benefits that delivers to clients. We continue to strive to provide a first-class service to help our clients achieve their personal and business ambitions through our personalised approach.”
Thomson Cooper have an office at 22 Stafford Street.
