CHARTERED accountants Potter Baker is pleased to announce that Ben Sharland has passed his final exams and become a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

Ben joined the Tavistock office in 2006 and has since successfully studied for the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), The Association of Tax Technicians (ATT) and now his Chartered Exams.

Over the years he has gained considerable experience in accountancy and tax and enjoys helping clients with tax planning.

Ben has lived in the area all his life and now lives in Tavistock. He said he is committed to helping the local business community with their tax affairs and to improve their profitability.

Ben is now undertaking the role of office manager in Potter Baker's Tavistock branch. He particularly likes dealing with local businesses and limited companies.