Team

Our Team

Our team of specialised accountants and tax specialists has an abundance of experience advising all types of businesses.

Stephen Docherty, FCCA

Founder

Stephen is the owner and business adviser at S D Business Management. His mission is to ensure both his team and clients are well looked after. As well as supporting clients to manage their finances, he advises on tax planning, business growth and restructuring. 


A keen cyclist and football player, Stephen combines his passion for sport with his desire to help others and has helped raise more than a hundred thousand pounds for several charities over the years.

Andrew Docherty, ACCA

Tax Manager

Andrew is a qualified accountant and tax specialist with more than ten years' service at S D Business Management. He works closely with clients on financial management giving them vital support with day-to-day cash flow and interpreting their monthly reports. 


The natural world is a keen interest for Andrew, following past study of Zoology at Glasgow University. He likes to go on walks with his wife and son and has a black belt in Taekwondo.

Gillian Douglas, FCCA

Accounts Manager

Gillian, a qualified accountant, has been with S D Business Management since 2007. She works closely with a variety of clients and enjoys finding additional ways to be of support. In addition to preparing accounts and tax returns, Gillian also leads the bookkeeping and payroll department.


Mother of two boys, Gillian loves to spend her downtime with family and socialising with friends. She also likes to keep fit and recently completed SAMH Stomp, a stair climbing challenge to raise funds for the mental health charity.

Wilson Wallace

Tax Senior

As a specialist with many years’ experience in the industry, Wilson has an in-depth knowledge of tax efficiency, from which our clients can draw. He prepares tax returns and keeps clients up to date on their latest tax position.


Wilson is a great sports enthusiast with a particular passion for football. He's looking forward to teaching his young granddaughter how to play chess.

Farida Idrissi

Bookkeeper

One of the newest members of the team, Kayleigh, has recently passed her chartered ACCA qualification. She is proficient in online accounting software and is the go-to person for Xero in the

S D Business Management office. Kayleigh prepares end of year-end accounts, personal tax returns and helps clients with any queries.


When she is not working or studying, Kayleigh loves to go running. She makes a mean Espresso Martini and is a grade 5 level violinist.

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