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THE PARTNERS / STAMFORD AUDIT

Clients hire people, not companies.

At Stamford, clients work directly with our founding partners — not junior staff. That means senior expertise on every engagement, every time.

FOUNDER / MANAGING PARTNER Ms. Shirley Mathew — Founder & Managing Partner

Ms. Shirley Mathew

Founder & Managing Partner
FCA Fellow Chartered Accountant 28+ Years UAE

Founder and Managing Partner with over 28 years of professional experience. Armed with an unusual commitment to diligence and service, Shirley is a visionary leader with proven ability to develop and implement business solutions — including successful turnaround strategies for distressed businesses across the UAE. Specialist in VAT compliance, business advisory and turnaround strategies.

SENIOR PARTNER Mr. Jiji Mathew — Senior Partner

Mr. Jiji Mathew

Senior Partner
FCA LLB Company Secretary 33+ Years

Senior Partner with 33+ years of experience, joining Stamford in 2010. A law graduate and qualified Company Secretary — Jiji's expertise spans UAE VAT, Corporate Tax and international taxation across Italy, Thailand, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Russia and Georgia. The UAE's go-to expert for cross-border tax structuring.

02OPERATING PRINCIPLES IN EVERYTHING WE DO
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Integrity

Independent, objective advice — never influenced by anything other than your best interest and the law.

P — 02

Professionalism

FCA-standard rigour on every engagement, from a single VAT return to a full corporate restructuring.

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Confidentiality

Strict client confidentiality on all enquiries and engagements. Your numbers stay yours.

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