Kelly Fern
Director, Tax
Kelly Fern is a 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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