Wantage accountancy firm James & Cowper has appointed Sharon Bedford as the firm's senior corporate tax manager.

Mrs Bedford, 38, will have responsibility for the corporate tax team, based in Newbury, Reading and Wantage. Tax partner at the firm, David Fawcus, said: "Sharon's appointment will enhance the range and depth of service that we are able to provide to our ever-growing corporate client base. We are delighted that she has chosen to join us."