We’re delighted to announce that Paul & Maundrell, a respected and long-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Helston and Falmouth, has officially joined the Harland Chartered Accountants family.
This is a significant and exciting step in Harland’s journey to support even more purpose-driven businesses—those that care deeply about their people, planet and profit—across Cornwall and nationally.
A Shared Commitment to Client Care and Community
Founded in 1944, Paul & Maundrell (formerly AJ Paul) has supported Cornwall’s business community for more than 80 years. With strong roots in sectors such as agriculture, tourism and hospitality, construction, fishing and manufacturing, the firm brings with it a huge amount of expertise and experience. Harland’s Practice Director, Deborah Edwards, says the merger is a natural fit:
“What made Paul & Maundrell appealing to us is the team’s dedication to excellence in client care and their long-standing commitment to serving a hard-working business community. We’re excited to welcome the team into the Harland family and to build on the strong foundations that Colin and Simon have established over the years. In the short term, it’s very much business as usual. We’re looking forward to getting to know the team and their loyal clients, and exploring how we can support and add value as we move forward together.”
Deborah Edwards, Practice Director, Harland Accountants
Continuity and Care Through the Transition
The acquisition sees all 10 Paul & Maundrell team members continue their work from the Helston and Falmouth offices, now joining Harland’s existing team of 15, spread across offices in Falmouth, St Austell, and Newquay.
Paul & Maundrell’s Directors, Colin Maundrell and Simon Wormington, will continue to work alongside the team over the coming months to ensure a smooth transition.
Colin Maundrell, Director, Paul and Maundrell
“After 50 years of running Paul and Maundrell, I’m delighted that, as I take a step back, I can do so knowing the firm is in such capable hands.
When considering the future of the business, it was important to me to find a partner who shared our values — one that would continue to provide the high level of service our clients expect, while also ensuring continuity and a great working environment for our team. Harland is exactly that. I’m genuinely pleased to have found a partner whose ethos aligns so closely with ours.
I’d like to thank Harlands for making this transition such a positive experience, and to our clients for their continued trust and support. We look forward to continuing to work with you in this exciting new chapter.” – Colin Maundrell
“This marks an exciting new chapter for our team. While we’ll continue to offer the same friendly, local service our clients know and value, joining Harland opens up new opportunities to modernise, grow and respond to the changing needs of businesses in Cornwall. I’m looking forward to what we can achieve together.” – Simon Wormington
Simon Wormington, Director, Paul and Maundrell
Why This Merger Matters
At Harland, we believe that accountants should do more than just crunch the numbers—we exist to help businesses grow in the right way. By combining the heritage, skill and relationships of Paul & Maundrell with our future-focused, data-driven approach, we’re creating a firm that’s even better placed to support:
- Cornish SMEs looking to scale
- Family-run and independent businesses
- Purpose-led organisations
- Clients in agriculture, hospitality, tourism and more
With this merger, we can offer even more specialist insight, greater capacity, and deeper knowledge—while retaining the trusted relationships and personal touch both firms are known for.
Our Vision: Purpose, Profit, and Positive Change
Harland’s mission has always been to help businesses become permanently profitable, so they can drive positive change—in their communities, their industries, and beyond.
This merger gives us the opportunity to reach more business owners who care not only about growth, but about how they grow. Whether it’s helping you streamline operations, make better decisions with real-time data, or build a business that aligns with your values, we’re here to help.
In Summary: We're Growing Stronger, Together
We’re incredibly proud to welcome the Paul & Maundrell team and clients into Harland. Together, we’re stronger—and better equipped to support the ambitious, values-led businesses that make Cornwall such a brilliant place to do business.
To Colin, Simon and the team—welcome. And to our clients—thank you for trusting us on your business journey.
If you’d like to know more about what this merger means for your business, or you’re looking for a forward-thinking accountant to help you grow with purpose, get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.
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Please note: The Falmouth office is currently undergoing some refurbishment and will reopen on Monday 28 April 2025. In the meantime, our Helston and St Austell offices are open as usual.
Whether you’re a new client or you’ve been with Paul & Maundrell for years, we’re here to help you navigate your next chapter with clarity and confidence.
