Two senior appointments strengthen Xeinadin’s Manchester team
Xeinadin, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading accountancy, audit and business advisory practices for SMEs, has made two senior appointments in Manchester as part of its focus on growth, technical delivery and talent development.
Candice Beynon joins as partner and will join the audit team in Manchester. With almost 30 years’ experience, she will manage a portfolio of audit clients and oversee engagement delivery, compliance, and team development. Candice is particularly focused on mentoring junior staff and embedding a supportive, high-standard culture alongside driving audit efficiencies. Her background includes working with owner-managed businesses across sectors such as property, manufacturing, education, and the not-for-profit sector.
“What stood out to me was ambition. This is a practice that wants to grow with purpose, and it puts its people at the centre. I wanted to be somewhere I could make a difference, not just take over a portfolio.” said Candice.
In addition to Candice, Xeinadin has appointed Jessica Barker as associate director and licensed insolvency practitioner. She will lead corporate insolvency appointments across the North West, including liquidations (both solvent and insolvent) and administrations, and provide early-stage advice to company directors and stakeholders alike. Having recently obtained her corporate insolvency appointment taking licence, Jessica brings hands-on experience from having managed teams and portfolios of corporate insolvency cases and everything in-between that involves businesses in financial difficulty who require advice and support.
“From day one I’ve felt trusted and supported to shape my role and contribute to something that’s growing fast but still grounded in strong values. Xeinadin offers the kind of scale and support that helps you develop, while staying close to the work that matters.” commented Jessica.
Alex White, managing partner for Xeinadin in the North West, said, “Manchester is a key hub for us; the demand for audit and restructuring support here is growing, and clients are looking for relationships they can trust. Candice and Jessica bring technical strength and clarity to two areas that are core to our Manchester office. Candice will help raise audit capability and build up the next generation of talent. Jessica adds senior experience in insolvency, where timing and judgement are critical. Both will play a key role in how we support local clients going forward.”