Kelly Fern

Director, Tax

Kelly Fern is an Director in Gravita’s Tax team, with a strong background in advising owner-managed businesses on a wide range of tax matters. She qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2018 and subsequently specialised in tax, becoming a Chartered Tax Adviser and member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation in 2022.

Kelly’s expertise spans capital taxes, corporation tax, and personal tax, with a particular focus on providing strategic, tailored advice to business owners. She is also experienced in managing complex interactions with HMRC and supports clients on a variety of general tax matters. Her up-to-date technical knowledge and practical approach enable her to deliver clear, commercial solutions in an ever-evolving tax landscape.

Kelly possesses in-depth expertise in the NHS Pension Scheme, particularly in relation to the complexities introduced by the McCloud remedy. She has successfully guided clients through the intricate processes of tax reporting and pension recalculations. In addition, she provides tailored advice on a wide range of personal pension matters, offering comprehensive support to clients navigating the broader landscape of retirement planning and this is often delivered in conjunction with Inheritance Tax planning.

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Supreme Court decision in the Hotel La Tour case expected soon

27th October 2025
Written by: Sandy Cochrane
The Supreme Court is expected to release its decision shortly in the Hotel La Tour Limited case, which could have a major impact on how VAT is recovered on costs linked to share disposals. Talk...
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Will the 2025 Autumn Budget make Family Investment Companies even more fashionable?

27th October 2025
Written by: Kelly Fern
Family Investment Companies (FICs) have been in fashion for several years now, and when structured correctly, they offer a flexible and tax-efficient alternative to traditional trusts when it comes to succession planning. With a FIC,...
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Your guide to the audit process: answering common questions

27th October 2025
Written by: James Lole
Audits play a crucial role in the financial health and integrity of a business. Whether you’re running a small start-up or a large enterprise, understanding audits can bring clarity and confidence to your financial operations.
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The 2025 Autumn Budget and what it might include

24th October 2025
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver the Autumn Budget on 26th November 2025, against a backdrop of growing concern about a fiscal gap estimated between £20 billion and £50 billion. With a manifesto promise not to...
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Are you ready for changes to FRS 102 from January 2026?

23rd October 2025
Written by: James Lole
From 2026, revisions to FRS 102 will come into effect which increase complexity around revenue recognition and lease accounting.
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2025 Autumn Budget predictions

The Chancellor’s proposed changes to partnership tax could have wide implications across professions

22nd October 2025
Written by: Ian Timms
It has been widely reported that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering imposing a new charge on individuals who use limited liability partnerships (LLPs) as their business structure. Talk to us LLP partners are treated as...
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