Along with his wife Dorreen, Billy formed his original practice in 1980 (a lifetime ago). He has a background in both professional and commercial accountancy and has experience in a broad spectrum of business.

A very practical accountant he approaches every task with an open, logical mind with no preconceived beliefs.

A country boy at heart Billy lives overlooking Dundrum Bay with his wife and pet Labrador Poppy.

Outside work his interests are sailing, fishing and a little gardening.

Jim qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1988. He started his own practise in 1994 and joined Billy McClintock in 1998.

Jim believes that clients need more than just accounts prepared and tax returns done. The personal relationship built up with the clients often involves him in their personal and wider business lives and Jim had mediated in matrimonial and partnership disputes.

When he escapes from William Street, Jim enjoys his house in Donegal and likes long walks with his dog - a miniature Schanuzer called Rory. Did you know that you can take you dogs to most pubs in Donegal!

Colin qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1991 and recently joined the firm. In 1996 he helped to found a Belfast based practice where he was a partner for over 21 years prior to joining Guardian.

His wide experience in general practice has equipped him with an array of knowledge, developing expertise in various areas and advising clients from many different sectors.

Married with four children, Colin is a keen sports enthusiast having played rugby for many years. He still participates in many outdoor activities with his family such as hillwalking and kayaking and enjoys travelling.

Lesley Ann joined the practice as a trainee in 1996 when she was only 17! since then she has qualified as a Certified Accounting Technician. She was promoted to manager in April 2009 and then to partner in April 2012. She has wide knowledge of Accounts , Tax, VAT, Payroll and Sage.

She is friendly, fun, hardworking and outgoing. When she isn't spending time with her son, she will be out socialising with friends.

Helen has been here from the year dot, nearly 30 years and she is still only 21 ( ha ha ). Here goes for the big party and a clock.

She is hardworking and committed to her job but is also easy going and enjoys a laugh. A bit of a social butterfly. On a more serious note she is always very happy at work and enjoys working with all members of staff, she would consider herself a very lucky person.

When not at work she is a bit of a homemaker enjoying family life tending to the needs of her husband, daughter and son not forgetting about her dog Marley.

Amanda joined the firm in February 2005 as the payroll processor and has since moved over to wear numerous hats including VAT processor, Credit Controller (AKA the Grim Reaper!) , Company Formation and Administration Services.

When not dealing with the above Amanda is affectionately known as "Hawk Eye" as nothing gets past her.

Outside of work, Amanda along with her husband Nick can be seen cheering on their two sons at Moto X.

Yvette joined the firm in April 2010 as our payroll administrator and has graduated to chief tea maker lol! She also performs book keeping services for our clients.

Yvette previously worked in stock control but decided to move into the accountancy world was more up her street. She is enjoying the change of career path and would describe her workmates as fun, friendly and loveable people.

When Yvette is not in the office she enjoys spending time with her two sons, socialising with friends or taking long walks with her dog Shadow.

Aileen joined us in early 2017. She is currently studying to qualify as an accounting technician (Chartered Accountants Ireland), she also has an HND in business studies.

Aileen is expanding her knowledge of accounts preparation, tax, VAT, payroll and Sage accounting software.

Aileen is fond of popular music and likes to go on holidays.