Two new recruits are joining an expanding Carlisle accountancy firm.

MoynanSmith Chartered Accountants has signed up the duo after another year of growth and says it already planning to recruit more staff to join the team at its Kingstown offices.

Stacey Donnelly, 34, of Carlisle, joins the team as accounts and payroll assistant after a number of years in industry.

Stacey is married to Aaron and has two children Ava and Joe. Her interests outside of work include socialising with friends and family.

Chartered accountant Andrew Storey, 29, also of Carlisle, brings further experience to the team, after seven years working for Cumbrian accountancy firms.

Andrew, who lives with Emma enjoys keeping fit, and looking after his horse and dogs.

Darren Moynan, director and chartered tax adviser at the firm said: “We’ve continued to grow as more people respond to our proactive approach to supporting clients. So, to continue with our level of service we really needed Andrew and Stacey to join our team. We are currently still looking for new staff to join the team as we continue to grow.

“We are delighted to welcome Andrew and Stacey to the team. Not only do Andrew and Stacey bring experience to our team that will benefit our clients, their personalities and attitude are exactly what we were looking for when adding to our team."