About us
Google’s highest-rated Oxfordshire accountancy firm
Mark Spolander and Samantha Newport founded Modus Accountants in March 2018. As a multiple business owner Mark had worked with a number of accountancy firms, but struggled to find one that provided the level of proactivity and responsiveness that he needed.
Bringing together a dynamic team led by Samantha, not only offer the essential accountancy services but also business advice and guidence to help your businesses grow.
Oxfordshire-based Modus operates from offices in Witney and Frilford, supporting businesses across the UK, with a fresh approach to accountancy that has proved popular. Modus now works with hundreds of clients and consistently receives positive 5-star ratings on Google.
Get in touch to see how we can help your business.
Meet our team
Meet our team
Samantha Newport ACMA
Managing Director
CIMA qualified, I have 20 years of experience working in finance and accountancy services. Having worked as a commercial accountant until early 2018, I then moved to help set-up Modus Accountants.
Having seen Modus grow from a startup business, it has enabled me to support and advise other early-stage and SME business owners and watching as they evolve and grow.
Gaining vast experience in tax over the years, I am now currently studying towards my Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) Qualification to further support our clients.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with my two young children, enjoying the odd ice cream, and glass of prosecco.
Jenna Lloyd ACCA
Senior Manager
I have been working in accountancy practices for over 15 years and joined Modus back in 2019.
After taking a few years out to have a family, I successfully completed my ACCA Qualification in early 2022. Over the years I have worked with hundreds of businesses across all industries helping them grow and be as tax efficient as posisble.
Outside of the office, I enjoy going to the theatre and have a real love of Shakespeare – in a former life I even pursued this as a profession, going to drama school and even touring with Take That!
Nick Wilson FCA
Senior Manager
Nick has many years of experience dealing with small and medium sized businesses, having qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2008. During his tenure at the firm, he has become an invaluable resource for new employees and new graduates that join the practice. He ensures that both staff and clients receive the assistance they need to meet ever-increasing compliance requirements whilst also maximising the extraction of profits for the clients they serve.
Outside of work he enjoys playing in a brass band, running, cycling and most recently successfully met the challenge of an iron-man competition.
Adam Arnold
Accountant
Having grown up in Oxfordshire, I returned after a few years in Portsmouth, where I completed my degree in Mathematics.
Originally starting at Modus in a part-time role in 2021, I am now a full-time member of the team, primarily assisting the senior team members with accounts processing and tax compliance.
In addition to this I am also studying to become a chartered accountant with the ICAEW, I am toward the end of my qualification and now part-qualified!
Margaret Heaton
Payroll Manager
Margaret joined the company eight years ago having a background in Human Resources and over 35 years’ experience in payroll management. She is now primarily responsible for Payroll Services, Company Secretarial and Credit Control.
Whilst away from the office she enjoys cooking, crafting and gardening.
Lauren Herrington
Accountant
I began my accounting career off the back of Covid after deciding on a career change, having graduated from university with a Sport Science degree. I am studying to become both a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Advisor and I am now part qualified. I joined Modus in February 2024, and I’m already enjoying the responsibility of managing a larger portfolio of clients. I primarily prepare year-end accounts, assist other members of the team, and help clients with their queries.
In my spare time, I am a keen rower where I train 6 days a week, competing in both national and international competitions. I also enjoy spending time with my family and decorating our newly bought house.
Brooke Rusher
Accounts Assistant
After completing my A-Levels in 2021, I have now been with Modus for almost 2 years where I first started my Accountancy journey. Since being with Modus I have completed my Level 2 AAT Qualification and have recently begun my ACCA Qualification at the Reed Business School. Here at Modus, I assist the senior team in preparing Year End Accounts and Self-Assessment Tax Returns, also providing support in areas such as bookkeeping and VAT Returns.
Christian Hazle
Accounts Assistant
After completing my A-levels, I started at university in 2021. However, after a couple of months I promptly decided, in January 2022, that this wasn’t the path for me. This led me to look for other ways to pursue a career in accountancy.
Wanting to gain a more hands-on experience, I found Modus; who were actively looking for an Accounts Assistant. After an initial interview, and meeting the team, I was offered the position, and haven’t looked back since.
Modus have welcomed me whole-heartedly into the team, and I’m looking forward to starting my ACCA qualification, and taking the steps to become a Chartered Accountant.
Austen Herring
Accounts Assistant
After Completing my AAT level 3s, I have decided to further my career in accountancy through Modus where I will soon begin my ACCA studies. I’ve settled in well at Modus, primarily assisting my colleagues with VAT Prep and Year End Accounts.
In my spare time, I enjoy rock climbing and am keen to gain my Private Pilots License at the Oxford
Airport.
Laura Readshaw
PA and Admin Support
Laura is a highly experienced administrator, having held several customer facing roles and supporting directors in small to medium businesses for the duration of her career. At Modus, she is responsible for new client onboarding, as well as supporting our directors as a PA. In her spare time, Laura is an avid silversmith, and also enjoys gardening and cross-stitching.
Cheryl Russell
Accounts Assistant
As a fully qualified member of the AAT since 1999, I have been in accountancy for 20+ years, spending 10 of those years running my own bookkeeping business. Modus came along and have taken me onboard to assist with bookkeeping and admin support for everyone.
In my spare time I enjoy gigs and festivals with my 3 girls, motorbiking and country walks with my 3 dogs!
Mark Spolander
Director
I setup Modus Accountants with Samantha in 2018, my role is to support the team and assist with business development. Over the last 20+ years, I have gained extensive experience setting up and operating a number of businesses across a wide range of industries.
With a background in business coaching, I am passionate about helping other business owners and love working with our clients to help them achieve their business and personal goals.
In my spare time, I enjoy going on adventures with my family. I enjoy most sports, going to the gym and playing golf when the weather is nice (not very often).
What it’s like to be a client
From hairdressers and physiotherapists to property investors and construction businesses, we support them all.
Below is just a snapshot of some of the great businesses we work with.
