New ATT Technical Officer: Autumn Murphy

Autumn’s tax career began in Guernsey in 2018 with Ernst & Young and then Grant Thornton, where she gained valuable experience in both UK and Guernsey tax compliance.

In 2021, Autumn returned to the UK and joined Haines Watts in Manchester, initially focusing on corporation tax compliance before quickly transitioning to working on projects and advisory services. During her time at Haines Watts, she provided advisory services across a wide range of areas, expanding her experience beyond compliance to address the full range of issues facing owner managed businesses (OMB).

In 2024, Autumn started work as a tax writer, editor and advisor at Rossmartin.co.uk, where she created practical resources, guides and webinars. She made significant contributions to updating and rewriting the site’s content, including guides on Research and Development, Creative Tax Relief and Making Tax Digital. Additionally, Autumn provided advisory services, supporting accountants with OMB advisory work.

Autumn is a Chartered Certified Accountant and became a Chartered Tax Adviser in 2022, earning several awards. She was awarded the John Tiley Medal for the highest mark in the Advanced Technical Taxation of Major Corporates paper, the Gilbert Burr Medal for the highest mark in the Advanced Technical paper on Taxation of Owner Managed Businesses, and the Croner-i Prize for the highest distinction in an Advanced Technical paper. She was also awarded the Institute Medal for completing the CTA qualification with first-time passes in all required exams and achieving the best overall performance.

Autumn is passionate about supporting ATT and CTA students, drawing on her own experiences to help others excel in their exams. She frequently participates in and runs webinars focused on exam study techniques. Outside of work, she enjoys running, pilates, and reading.

Autumn has attended branch events in Manchester and is looking forward to contributing to the work of the ATT in her new role.