Johnston Carmichael appoints Head of Payroll

Johnston Carmichael appoints Stephen Oates as payroll head

Johnston Carmichael, a UK-based independent accountancy and advisory practice, has named Stephen Oates as its head of payroll. The move is intended to support employers in managing forthcoming regulatory changes and strengthen the company’s specialist tax leadership. Johnston Carmichael partner and specialist taxes head David Ward said: “With major changes ahead in payroll and employment tax reporting, Stephen’s appointment positions Johnston Ca…

Johnston Carmichael appoints Head of Payroll

Johnston Carmichael has appointed Stephen Oates as Head of Payroll, reinforcing its commitment to guiding employers through upcoming regulatory changes and strengthening its specialist tax leadership. Stephen, a tax partner and Chartered Tax Adviser with more than 20 years’ experience, brings extensive expertise in tax strategy to his expanded role. Since joining Johnston Carmichael in August 2022 and becoming partner in 2025, he has led growth …